CHP Releases Photos Of Possible Object That Broke Windshield, Killed Motorist On Hwy 101

SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA – The California Highway Patrol released two photos of the possible object that flew through a Mountain View motorist's windshield striking him in the neck and killing him as he was driving on U.S. Highway 101 Friday.

"It appears this may have been the projectile that may have been kicked by passing traffic," said the Redwood City CHP office, adding that it is not officially confirmed.

Witnesses said the man, who appeared to be in his early 80s, was struck by the item when it smashed through his windshield near Willow Road in Menlo Park, said CHP Officer Art Montiel.

After being struck, the driver collided with the center divide, eventually coming to a stop. No other vehicles were involved in the accident. Witnesses immediately tried to help the man, but he died at the scene, the CHP said.

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--Bay City News and Renee Schiavone contributed to this report/Images via CHP RWC