Bay Area Car Chase: Crash Shears Stolen Vehicle in Half

Police believe the car was traveling between 75 to 85 mph when it crashed, he said, adding that the road was empty at the time of the crash.

"It's one of the most horrific crashes I have ever seen," Straw said. "It's amazing they were all alive after what it looks like."

Straw said the CHP is handling the crash scene investigation, while San Jose police will decide what criminal charges to bring.