Los Angeles, CA - Man Identified in Deadly Collision on 405 Fwy

Los Angeles, CA (June 30, 2025) – A man who was killed alongside a veteran Los Angeles police sergeant in a crash on the 405 Freeway last week was identified by authorities on Monday, June 30.

The man, identified as 34-year-old Jesus Garcia, was standing outside his car after a vehicle crash in the southbound lanes of the freeway near Moraga Drive. Sgt. Shiou Deng responded to the crash to assist, and as he exited his patrol car, another car struck and killed him. Garcia was also fatally struck by the oncoming car. That said, the investigation remains ongoing at this time, and no further details have been released.

We extend our deepest condolences to the families affected by this accident and hope for the swift recovery of those injured.

Deadly Car Accidents in California

California recorded more than 3,900 traffic deaths in a recent year alone, with a sizable share occurring on busy streets in Orange County. Although each crash has its own story, many share the same preventable causes:

• Running red lights – high-impact T-bone collisions at crowded intersections.
• Speeding – less time to react and far greater crash forces.
• Distracted driving – phones, touchscreens, and other diversions that draw eyes from the road.
• Impaired driving – slowed judgment and reflexes from alcohol or drugs.
• Fatigue – drowsy motorists whose awareness rivals that of impaired drivers.

If a collision has taken someone you love, you may feel overwhelmed by grief, medical bills, and calls from insurers. A wrongful death claim can’t erase the pain, but it can hold those at fault accountable and provide critical financial support for funeral costs, lost income, and the family’s loss of companionship.

At Countrywide Trial Lawyers, we have been fighting for accident victims and their families since 1979. Our founder, Shawn S. Rokni, Esq., has firsthand knowledge of how insurance companies work, having previously served as a defense attorney for them. Our firm has recovered over $100 million for clients and is dedicated to ensuring bereaved families receive the compensation they deserve.

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