Person jumps from overpass on NB 5 Fwy, causing traffic backup in Fullerton, authorities say

FULLERTON, Calif. (KABC) -- Traffic was backed up for miles on the northbound 5 Freeway in Fullerton after a person jumped from an overpass onto the lanes below Thursday night.

Authorities diverted vehicles off the freeway near the Magnolia Avenue exit.
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The northbound lanes of the freeway remained closed for about three hours during the investigation. Caltrans said the lanes were reopened shortly after 9 p.m.



A coroner was on the scene because the person who jumped did not survive.

No further information was immediately released.
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Authorities urged drivers to use the 57 Freeway to avoid the congestion.