Fatal Crash on Ventura 101 Freeway in Calabasas

CALABASAS, Calif., (May 12, 2026) — Omar Rodriguez, 47, died on Tuesday evening following a crash in the southbound Ventura 101 Freeway at the Calabasas off-ramp.

The collision was reported at approximately 6:47 p.m., according to the California Highway Patrol‘s West Valley Area office. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of a male individual found unresponsive inside a black Lexus.

Upon arrival, first responders initiated CPR on the unresponsive man, who was reportedly located in the passenger seat of the vehicle. Despite efforts by the Los Angeles County Fire Department and other emergency personnel, the individual did not survive his injuries. .

The Calabasas off-ramp was closed for several hours as investigators from the California Highway Patrol worked to determine the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s office has identified the victim as Omar Rodriguez.

Authorities are seeking witnesses to the collision and are actively investigating the incident to ascertain the events leading up to the tragedy. Anyone with information is urged to contact the California Highway Patrol.

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Source: CHP Incident 2165/CC#2026-07708