Fatal accident shuts down northbound 5 Freeway near Griffith Park all day
A fatal collision in the Griffith Park area of Los Angeles caused a prolonged closure on the 5 Freeway Wednesday morning following a fiery crash that tragically resulted in one fatality and another person being injured. The incident involved two vehicles and occurred around 3:20 a.m. on the northbound side of the freeway near the transition to the 134 Freeway. Emergency responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department reported that one person was trapped inside a car that was engulfed in flames. Despite efforts, the individual was declared deceased at the scene. The Fire Department also confirmed that the injured person from the other vehicle was receiving medical evaluation. As a result of the crash, all northbound lanes were shut down at the 134 Freeway, advising drivers to seek alternate routes. After approximately four hours, the lanes were reopened, and the SigAlert was lifted.
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