Apple on fatal vehicle crash near Apple Park: ‘Our hearts are broken’

Eric Chen Su, an Apple employee, was arrested and charged with aggravated manslaughter last week following a fatal collision near the intersection of North Tantau Avenue and Pruneridge Avenue, right next to the Apple Park Visitor Center, according to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office and the Chronicle of San Francisco.

Shortly after noon Friday, Su was traveling between 90 and 100 miles per hour when he struck the rear of a stopped vehicle occupied by a two-year-old girl and her babysitter, an adult woman. Both were seriously injured and transported to a nearby hospital, where, tragically, the child died despite efforts to save his life.

Su was slightly injured, authorities said. His charges have since been upgraded to murder and assault with a deadly weapon.

Apple responded to the incident in a statement shared with MacRumors Today.

“Our hearts are broken by the tragic accident outside the Apple Park Visitor Center,” an Apple spokesperson said. “Our hearts go out to all those who are grieving and we are grateful for the care and support of the first responders.”

Apple did not immediately respond when asked whether the employee had been fired or placed on leave. The case is now before the court.