[02-11-2026] Los Angeles County – Two Killed in Early-Morning Rollover on 405 Freeway in Westchester

Los Angeles, California – A deadly rollover collision involving a single vehicle shut down lanes of the San Diego (405) Freeway in the Westchester area early Wednesday morning, leaving two people dead. 

Emergency crews from the Los Angeles Fire Department responded around 2:03 a.m. to reports of a serious crash on the southbound side of the freeway near La Tijera Boulevard, according to department spokesperson Jennifer Middleton. 

When first responders arrived, they located an overturned vehicle and two occupants who had suffered fatal injuries. Both individuals were declared dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released their identities, ages, or genders. 

Investigators are still working to determine what led to the crash. 

Source: My News LA 

How to Claim Compensation After a Fatal Freeway Rollover Crash 

When a loved one dies in a freeway rollover crash, surviving family members may be entitled to pursue compensation through a wrongful death claim. These cases are typically based on negligence, meaning another driver, company, or third party caused the fatal collision through unsafe conduct. 

The first step is to speak with a qualified Los Angeles car accident lawyer who can investigate the rollover, obtain the official crash report, preserve vehicle data, and secure freeway camera or witness evidence before it disappears. 

Next, confirm who has the legal right to file the case. In California, this is usually the spouse, children, or certain financial dependents of the deceased. A skilled Los Angeles wrongful death attorney can verify eligibility and file the claim correctly. 

Damages in a fatal rollover case may include funeral and burial expenses, lost future earnings, loss of benefits, loss of companionship, and the value of household support the person would have provided. A knowledgeable personal injury attorney Los Angeles families trust can calculate and document the full financial impact. 

Deadlines apply. Wrongful death claims must be filed within strict time limits, and missing the statute of limitations can permanently prevent recovery. Families should also avoid accepting early insurance settlements before a lawyer reviews the offer. 

If your family lost someone in a fatal freeway rollover crash, contact J&Y Law for a free consultation at (877) 718-5027.