Malibu, CA (May 5, 2026) – A deadly collision on State Route 1 at Mulholland Highway in Malibu triggered a SigAlert and bidirectional lane closures on Monday, May 4. The incident was initially reported at around 4:41 a.m. Several northbound lanes of Pacific Coast Highway, along with the number one southbound lane, were closed as emergency crews responded at the scene. The northbound lanes were reopened around 7:15 a.m. One southbound lane will stay closed for another hour. The Los Angeles County Coroner was alerted, and an investigator was dispatched to the scene. No information has been verified yet regarding the number of individuals involved, the vehicle(s), or the events preceding the crash. The incident is still being investigated, with additional details to be shared as they become available. Our deepest condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones. What Makes Early-Morning Crashes on Pacific Coast Hwy in Malibu So Dangerous? The Pacific Coast Highway running through Malibu ranks among California’s most picturesque yet persistently dangerous road segments. The two-lane stretches of SR-1 near Mulholland Highway leave scant room for mistakes, flanked by the ocean on one side and sheer hillsides on the other.
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