Traffic Accident on West Forest Lawn Drive Left 64-Year-Old Man Dead

LOS ANGELES, CA (January 20, 2022) – Thursday afternoon, Igor Khanenko died in a two-vehicle collision in Griffith Park. Medical personnel responded to the crash around 12:50 p.m. at the 6300 block of West Forest Lawn Drive. Unfortunately, one of the drivers involved sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene by responding authorities. Later, the Los Angeles County coroner’s office identified the deceased person as 64-year-old Igor Khanenko of North Hills. A large portion of the surrounding area was temporarily shut down to allow for cleanup and preliminary duties. At this time, the circumstances that led up to the incident remain unclear. No other injuries were reported. Those with further information regarding the Griffith Park traffic collision are encouraged to contact Los Angeles Officials as soon as possible.
Sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Igor Khanenko. Thoughts are with them during this very difficult time.
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