The fatal collision occurred just before 3:40 a.m. on Sunday on the northbound 5 Freeway near Terra Bella Street.
Pacoima, CA – One person was killed in a crash on Interstate 5 in Pacoima early Sunday morning, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
The fatal collision occurred just before 3:40 a.m. on Sunday on the northbound 5 Freeway near Terra Bella Street.
Authorities have not released details regarding how the crash occurred or how many vehicles were involved. Investigators continued to examine the circumstances surrounding the collision.
One person suffered fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene. The victim’s identity has not been released pending notification of next of kin. Information regarding any additional injuries was not immediately available.
Officials have not disclosed what factors may have contributed to the fatal collision.
Firefighters and other emergency personnel responded to the scene and conducted an initial investigation following the crash.
The collision caused significant traffic disruptions along the northbound 5 Freeway. A SigAlert was issued, resulting in the closure of lanes 1 through 6 for several hours. The alert remained in effect until it expired at approximately 8 a.m.
The crash remains under investigation, and authorities are expected to release additional information as it becomes available.