LAPD Motorcycle Officer Injured in 405 Freeway Crash

A motorcycle crash involving an LAPD officer occurred on the northbound 405 Freeway near Skirball Center Drive in the Sepulveda Pass around 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, resulting in the officer being hospitalized. Preliminary reports suggest that a Tesla vehicle may have been involved, although the exact cause of the accident remains unclear. The crash led to significant traffic delays, with backups extending to the 10 Freeway, and multiple lanes being closed for emergency response. The officer's injuries have not been publicly disclosed, but the motorcycle was found on its side without visible severe damage. Investigations into the incident are ongoing as authorities work to understand the circumstances surrounding the crash. Traffic has since improved with some lanes reopening, but complete restoration of normal flow is still pending.