A single-vehicle incident occurred early this morning on the southbound lanes of US Highway 101 near No Lankershim Boulevard in Los Angeles, CA. The California Highway Patrol received reports of an unresponsive driver at approximately 2:03 AM. Emergency services were dispatched shortly after, as the vehicle was blocking the number one lane.
Upon arrival, officers found the driver unresponsive and the vehicle locked. Emergency responders determined that breaking a window was necessary to assist the driver. The Los Angeles Fire Department was also requested to provide additional support.
By 2:27 AM, a tow truck was called to remove the vehicle from the scene. The vehicle was safely towed to a location off the highway to minimize traffic disruption.
As a result of this incident, there were temporary lane closures on the southbound side of US Highway 101, which may have affected traffic flow in the area. The status of any injuries remains unknown at this time.
Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through this area, as emergency services worked to clear the scene. The California Highway Patrol continues to monitor the situation and ensure the safety of all drivers on the road.