Fatal Car Accident 405 Freeway Near Getty Center in Los Angeles
Fatal Crash Shuts Down Northbound 405 Freeway
Los Angeles, CA (June 16, 2025) — A fatal traffic car accident happened early Monday morning on the northbound 405 Freeway just south of Getty Center Drive, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
The crash occurred around 3:30 a.m. on June 16th and involved at least two vehicles, the report said. Initial reports indicated that one vehicle was positioned on the right shoulder facing westbound, while another was disabled in the HOV lane. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched to the scene, and CHP units worked to control traffic and assess the damage.
Fatal Car Accident on I-405 Freeway
By 3:45 a.m., Los Angeles Fire Department personnel had arrived with an ambulance, and a request was made for the county coroner to respond, confirming that the collision had resulted in at least one fatality. Tow trucks from All City Tow were also called in to assist in clearing the vehicles involved, including a silver Nissan Altima with major front-end damage.
Authorities temporarily diverted traffic off the freeway at Getty Center Drive and Sepulveda Boulevard to facilitate emergency operations and investigation.
The name of the deceased has not been released pending family notification.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area during the morning commute and seek alternate routes while the investigation continues. The cause of the crash remains under investigation by the California Highway Patrol.
For updates, stay tuned to CHP traffic alerts and local news sources.
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Source: CHP Incident: 0228
