A fatal incident occurred Tuesday morning on the 101 Freeway in downtown Los Angeles, leading to the closure of several lanes and a significant traffic disruption.
The incident was reported around 5 a.m. in the southbound lanes near North Los Angeles Street, according to the California Highway Patrol. A vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian, but no further details about the crash were immediately available.
As a result of the collision, three lanes were blocked on the southbound side of the freeway. A SigAlert for the lane closures was issued shortly after the crash. The lanes’ reopening time remains uncertain.
This tragic incident underscores the importance of road safety for both drivers and pedestrians. It’s crucial for drivers to remain vigilant, especially in high-traffic areas like freeways, where high speeds and heavy traffic can make it difficult to spot pedestrians. Pedestrians, too, need to exercise caution around freeways, staying clear of active traffic lanes and crossing roads at designated crossing points whenever possible.