HOLLYWOOD – A pedestrian was killed and another seriously injured early Saturday morning after being hit by a Jeep Wrangler on the northbound 101 Freeway near Universal Studios Boulevard, according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
Details of the Incident
- Time: Around 2:40 a.m.
- Location: Northbound lanes of the 101 Freeway near Universal Studios Boulevard
When officers arrived, they found two pedestrians lying on the road after being struck.
- One victim was declared dead at the scene by paramedics.
- The second pedestrian was rushed to a nearby hospital with major injuries.
- Victim Identities: Authorities have not yet released the names of the victims.
Driver Cooperation and Investigation
The driver of the Jeep Wrangler remained at the scene and is cooperating with the investigation. At this time, it is unclear why the two pedestrians were on the freeway.
Traffic Disruptions
- A SigAlert was issued, closing the northbound lanes of the freeway until approximately 5:40 a.m.
- Traffic resumed after the scene was cleared, but investigations are ongoing.
Next Steps
CHP is investigating the circumstances of the crash, including:
- Why the pedestrians were on the freeway
- Whether drugs or alcohol played a role
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the California Highway Patrol.
