Deadly crash causes partial closure of 405 Freeway near Bel Air
Officers closed two lanes on the northbound 405 Freeway after a deadly crash near Bel Air.
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Matthew Rodriguez is a digital producer for CBS Los Angeles. He's previously reported for local outlets like the Argonaut and Pasadena Weekly. Matt typically covers breaking news and crime.
Before starting his professional career, Matt attended Loyola Marymount University where he worked for the school's newspaper, The Loyolan. During his final year of college, Matt interned for the Argonaut and wrote a piece titled 8 Unspoken Rules of Being Homeless in Venice. It was nominated for the L.A. Press Club's Best Feature Award.
Officers closed two lanes on the northbound 405 Freeway after a deadly crash near Bel Air.
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