Kathryn Gerdes dies in fatal car crash on freeway in Los Angeles
Fatal car crash death of Kathryn Gerdes in Los Angeles
A woman was hit by a vehicle and died on a major interchange near the city center on Saturday morning, according to reports. The incident occurred at approximately 4:33 a.m. on a specific road connecting two freeways, as stated by authorities.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene and discovered the individual near the median barrier. A law enforcement official from the California Highway Patrol, identified as Officer Erik Larson, conveyed details to a local news service. Traffic was temporarily affected, leading to alerts that were later lifted.
The scene involved a white Lexus sedan, but its involvement in the collision was not confirmed by officials. The victim, who was pronounced deceased at the site, was later identified through official channels as a 30-year-old female named Kathryn Gerdes. The cause of the accident is currently being looked into by investigators.
