Fatal crash shuts down northbound lanes of 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks

A person was killed Saturday morning during a traffic crash on a freeway connector road in Sherman Oaks, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The crash occurred about 3:30 a.m. on a  freeway connector road from the northbound 405 Freeway to the 101 Freeway, officials said. 

A vehicle, possibly a dark-colored SUV, struck the center divider, the CHP said.

All northbound lanes were shut down for several hours during the investigation. All lanes reopened just after 8:10 a.m.

Drivers are warned to expect residual delays.

No other information was immediately available. 

The Source: This report is based on information from the California Highway Patrol. 

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