According to the Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office and Santa Clara County Sheriff’s Office, Apple employee Eric Chen Su was arrested and charged with suspected manslaughter last week following a fatal crash near the intersection of North Tantau Avenue and Pruneridge Avenue, right next to the Apple Park Visitor Center. Chronicle of San Francisco.
Shortly after noon on Friday, Su was reportedly traveling between 90 and 100 miles per hour when she 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 taken to a nearby hospital, where tragically the child later died despite lifesaving efforts.
Su suffered minor injuries, according to authorities. 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 that occurred outside the Apple Park Visitor Center,” an Apple spokesperson said. “Our thoughts are with all those suffering and we are grateful for the care and support of 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.
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