Anna Zauner, 26, was killed after fleeing from police for more than an hour in a stolen 2024 Honda CRV at high speeds and then losing control and slamming into a guardrail and overpass on the 5 Freeway in the Gorman area, according to authorities.
It's unclear how the vehicle was stolen.
The chase started around 2 p.m. in the Sylmar area as LAPD officers began pursuing the suspect.
During the chase, she weaved across lanes and through a construction zone, sometimes reaching speeds above 100 mph.
The California Highway Patrol continues its investigation into the deadly crash.