42-Year-Old Victim Pronounced Dead after Westchester Freeway Crash

WESTCHESTER, CA (May 6, 2022) – Early Wednesday morning, 42-year-old Anthony Hoff was pronounced dead after a car crash on 405 Freeway.

The crash happened around 2:46 a.m., on the southbound lanes of the freeway near the Howard Hughes Parkway on-ramp.

At this time, the events leading up to the incident remain unclear. However, reports indicate that Hoff died at the scene after being ejected from the vehicle.

In addition, officials closed the HOV lane and the Howard Hughes on-ramp for an unknown duration.

Meanwhile, Westchester authorities continue to investigate the deadly crash to determine more information.


No words can mend the broken hearts and sorrow felt during this delicate moment. The team at Sweet James offers their deepest condolences and sympathies to the family and friends of Anthony Hoff.


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