Deadly crash shuts down 5 Freeway in Sun Valley

LOS ANGELES - Authorities said two people were killed Friday morning in a crash on the southbound lanes of the 5 Freeway in Sun Valley.

California Highway Patrol officials said the crash was reported around 5 a.m.

A SigAlert was in place during the morning rush hour as drivers were rerouted as officials conducted the investigation.

SkyFOX flew over the scene and showed traffic was backed up to the 210 Freeway. Laurel Canyon Boulevard also saw heavy traffic as commuters sought alternative routes.

No further information was immediately available.