On the first day of a strike initiated by Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265 after stalled contract negotiations with the Valley Transit Authority, two picketers were struck by a vehicle in San Jose. At approximately 9:14 a.m., police reported the incident on Zanker Road, near the Cerone VTA Yard. Injuries included one person with severe arm and leg lacerations, while another suffered swelling in the neck. Union president Raj Singh voiced concerns over the situation, emphasizing the challenges faced by the protesters as they seek fair negotiations amid rising tensions.
The incident occurred during the first day of the union strike after contract negotiations failed, highlighting the tensions between Amalgamated Transit Union Local 265 and Valley Transit Authority.
Raj Singh, president of ATU Local 265, expressed concerns over the protests: 'It's already a tough position to be in where the company has refused to budge... I don't want anybody getting injured.'
A collision involving vehicle and two picketers during the strike illustrates the risks involved in labor disputes and the urgent need for resolution.
The driver involved in the collision cooperated with authorities, and an ongoing investigation follows the incident, raising concerns about safety during union protests.
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