WOODLAND HILLS, CA (June 5, 2024) — A female motorcyclist in her 30s was tragically killed in a collision on the 101 Freeway on Tuesday evening. The crash occurred near the De Soto Avenue off-ramp around 5:00 p.m. Initial reports indicate that the motorcycle was involved in a first collision, followed by a secondary impact from another vehicle.
Emergency personnel discovered the woman lying unresponsive on the ground. Despite prompt medical attention, she was pronounced dead at the scene. Her identity has been kept confidential pending family notification. Following the accident, the California Highway Patrol (CHP) temporarily shut down all but one lane of the eastbound 101 Freeway at Topanga Canyon Boulevard for investigation and clean-up.
The CHP is actively investigating the exact cause of the fatal incident and has urged witnesses or anyone with information regarding the accident to come forward. Further details will be released as they are made available by officials.
Traffic flow was significantly affected due through the corridor for several hours as CHP officers and other emergency services worked to clear the scene. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes to avoid delays.
