ENCINO, CA – A fatal wrong-way crash on the southbound 405 Freeway in Encino early Tuesday morning has left one person dead and another critically injured. Authorities have reopened two right lanes, but significant traffic delays persist as crews continue to clear debris from the scene.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) responded to reports of a wrong-way collision on the southbound 405 Freeway near Valley Vista Boulevard at approximately 4:06 AM. Multiple vehicles were involved in the crash, and emergency responders confirmed that one person died at the scene, while another individual was rushed to the hospital in critical condition.
Authorities have not released details regarding how many people were involved or the cause of the wrong-way collision.
In response to the crash, CHP issued a Sig Alert at 4:42 AM, shutting down all lanes of the southbound freeway north of Valley Vista Boulevard. Drivers traveling through the area are advised to seek alternate routes as crews continue working to clear significant debris from the roadway.
Authorities have not yet provided further information about the cause of the crash or whether drugs, alcohol, or reckless driving were factors. The investigation remains ongoing, and officials are urging witnesses or anyone with relevant information to come forward.
For real-time updates, commuters can check CHP’s official traffic advisory channels.
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