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Traffic backups on 101 in Hollywood after pedestrian hit and killed

Major backups on the 101 Freeway in Hollywood
Major backups on the 101 Freeway in Hollywood 01:10

The southbound lanes on the 101 Freeway in Hollywood were closed after a pedestrian was hit and killed Wednesday morning.

The crash was reported around 5 a.m. at the Vermont Avenue, according to the California Highway Patrol.

The identity of the victim killed has not been released yet. One lane reopened around 7:30 a.m. as the crash remains under investigation.

Drivers are advised to take alternate routes. 

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