Horrific Wrong-Way Crash on Highway 405 Results in Fatality [Sherman Oaks, CA]

Sherman Oaks, CA (February 12, 2025) – A multi-vehicle wrong-way crash on Highway 405 left a person dead while injuring 2 others early Tuesday morning.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the fatal collision happened around 4:06 a.m. near the Valley Vista Boulevard exit.

Reports say that a wrong-way driver caused a multi-vehicle crash on the southbound 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks, killing one person and injuring two others.

Authorities say that the collision backed up traffic for miles.

CHP say that the crash had begun near the Valley Vista Boulevard exit. Reports from the scene suggested that a wrong-way driver played a role in the incident, but authorities have not confirmed the extent of their involvement.

Firefighters reached the crash site at 4:10 a.m. and pronounced one person dead at the scene. Paramedics transported one injured person to a hospital, while another individual declined medical treatment and was released at the scene.

Authorities issued a SigAlert at 4:26 a.m., shutting down all southbound lanes for an indefinite period.

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Condolence Message: Sweet Lawyers extends heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victim in the wrong-way crash on Highway 405. Losing a loved one in a tragic accident is devastating, and we hope they find comfort during this difficult time.

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