ORANGE, CA (April 24, 2024) — A two-vehicle collision on the 55 Freeway near Chapman Avenue early Tuesday morning has tragically resulted in the death of one person. The incident was reported around 5:30 a.m., according to the California Highway Patrol (CHP).
The exact cause of the crash is still under investigation, as the circumstances leading to the collision on the southbound lanes of the freeway remain unclear. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find at least one individual with fatal injuries, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
The aftermath of the collision resulted in significant traffic delays, with congestion stretching for miles along the southbound direction of the 55 Freeway. Commuters were also faced with delays on the 91 West Freeway during the morning rush.
The authorities have not released the identity of the deceased pending notification of next of kin. Further details about the collision, including the condition of the other driver(s) involved and potential contributing factors, have not been made available at this time. Updates will be provided as more information is obtained from the officials.