A man is in custody after allegedly attacking his neighbor with a machete in San Jose. Police say the incident happened Sunday along Naples Drive, where the suspect reportedly assaulted the victim with the weapon. The victim was taken to a hospital, but their condition has not been released. When officers arrived at the scene, the suspect allegedly fled back inside his home and barricaded himself. That led to a standoff with police that lasted several hours as officers worked to bring the situation to a peaceful resolution. The suspect eventually surrendered shortly before 4:30 p.m. Authorities have not released additional details about what led to the alleged attack. The man now faces multiple charges in connection with the incident. Police have not identified the suspect or the victim publicly. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the confrontation and gather additional evidence related to the alleged assault.
Man Barricades Himself in Home After Machete Attack
Oct 26, 2026 | 9:32 AM

