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Apple employee charged with murder after crash
Apple employee charged with murder after rear-ending toddler in Cupertino crash.
In brief
Apple employee charged with murder after rear-ending toddler in Cupertino crash. Eric Chen, a 37-year-old Apple employee, was charged with murder after allegedly driving over 90 mph in a 30 mph zone and killing a 2-year-old child in a crash near Apple Park Visitor Center. Originally reported by Sfgate.
Crash details
A 37-year-old Apple employee was charged with murder after allegedly rear-ending a car near Apple Park Visitor Center, killing a 2-year-old child.
Crash location
The crash occurred at the intersection of North Tantau and Pruneridge avenues adjacent to Apple Park Visitor Center in Cupertino.
Speed and damage
Chen allegedly drove over 90 mph in a 30 mph zone, causing the Toyota Camry to rear-end a stopped Chevy sedan with heavy front-end damage.
Witness accounts
Witnesses described Chen’s behavior as 'erratic and insensible' after the crash, with no remorse for the child’s death.
“did not show remorse”
Medical aftermath
The child died at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center after being transported following the crash.
Legal status
Chen remains jailed without bail pending his November 30 court date for murder and assault charges.
What matters most
Eric Chen, a 37-year-old Apple employee, was charged with murder after allegedly driving over 90 mph in a 30 mph zone and killing a 2-year-old child in a crash near Apple Park Visitor Center.
