“Gary Mullarney Identified as Victim of Fatal 405 Freeway Car Collision”

Gary Mullarney, 45, was identified as the victim of a fatal car accident on the 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks. The cause of the crash is unknown, but Mullarney’s death has been ruled as a suicide. Emergency responders found him on the freeway and declared him dead at the scene. The California Highway Patrol issued a SIG-ALERT and closed lanes for investigation and clean-up. Initial evidence suggests that Mullarney was struck by a hit-and-run vehicle. The CHP is seeking information from witnesses and can be contacted for further details. Canyon News reported

The tragic incident that occurred on the 405 Freeway in Sherman Oaks has left the community in shock. Gary Mullarney, a 45-year-old man, was fatally struck by a car on Thursday, July 20. The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner has confirmed that Mullarney’s death has been listed as a suicide.

Emergency services responded to the scene at approximately 7:12 a.m. after reports of a pedestrian down on the Northbound 405 Freeway near Ventura Boulevard. Despite the efforts of the Los Angeles Fire Department, Mullarney was declared dead at the scene.

The California Highway Patrol issued a SIG-ALERT for the affected lanes and the Ventura Boulevard off-ramp to allow for investigation and clean-up. It is believed that Mullarney may have been struck by a hit-and-run vehicle while walking in or near traffic. Initial reports suggested a possible description of the vehicle as a Toyota, but further investigation ruled it out as being involved in the collision.

The identities of the occupants of the vehicle that struck Mullarney, as well as further details about the vehicle itself, have not been released at this time. The cause of Mullarney’s death has been determined to be traumatic injuries from being hit by a car, according to the LA County Medical Examiner.

Authorities are urging any witnesses to come forward and provide information to assist with the ongoing investigation. The CHP West Valley Area office can be contacted at (818) 888-0980, and the Los Angeles Communications Center can be reached at (323) 259-3200 after hours.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support within our community. It is crucial to reach out to loved ones who may be struggling and ensure they have access to the help they need..

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