[05-07-2023] Los Angeles County, CA – Naked Man Struck and Killed by Multiple Vehicles on I-5 Freeway

[05-07-2023] Naked Man Struck and Killed by Multiple Vehicles on I-5 FreewayA naked man was killed after being struck by multiple vehicles in Pacoima, Los Angeles, on Sunday night, May 7, 2023.

According to the California Highway Patrol, the crash occurred around 8:10 p.m. near the Laurel Canyon on-ramp to the 5 interchange with the Ronald Reagan (118) Freeway when the pedestrian allegedly ran on the freeway.

Authorities stated that the man was declared dead at the scene, and his identity is hidden until next of kin is notified.

The crash closed both the northbound and southbound five near the scene. Officers said the lanes would be closed until further notice.

No further details were released about the number of vehicles involved and the reason why the man was naked.

The investigation is ongoing.

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