Man Killed in Hit-And-Run Collision on 405 Freeway

A hit-and-run collision killed a man walking on the 405 Freeway Wednesday night in Carson, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The accident was reported around 10:30 p.m. on the southbound 405 Freeway near Carson Street, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

Motorists reported seeing a man standing in the middle of the southbound lanes of the freeway. Additonal callers contacted the CHP and reported the man was walking in the slow lane, according to the CHP.

Investigators were trying to determine how many vehicles struck the pedestrian.

CHP closed all lanes on the 405 Freeway south of Carson Street for investigation.

It was unknown if there was a description of the hit-and-run vehicle or driver.

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