San Jose, CA — On Friday, September 20, 2024, at approximately 9:40 p.m., the San Jose Police Department received a 911 call reporting a shooting at the VTA Chaboya bus yard parking lot. The incident resulted in a fatality, and the victim has been confirmed as a VTA employee.

The Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating what appears to be an isolated incident. At this time, VTA has no further details to release.

In response to the incident, VTA has increased its security presence at the Chaboya bus yard and all other VTA facilities to ensure the safety and well-being of all employees and the community.

VTA is committed to supporting its employees during this difficult time, and mental health professionals have been made available to employees and their families.

For updates on this incident or if anyone has any information regarding the incident, please contact the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Department Anonymous Crime Tipline at 408-808-4431.

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Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is an independent special district that is responsible for bus, light rail and paratransit operations, transportation planning, and serves as the county’s congestion management agency.