Off-duty Los Angeles firefighter killed in crash with big rig in Whittier

The Los Angeles Fire Department identified a firefighter who was killed in an off-duty crash with a big rig on the 605 Freeway.
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Why it mattersThe arrest highlights how targeted traffic enforcement for speeding and vehicle modifications can intercept dangerous drivers before serious harm occurs, raising questions about resource allocation in public safety.
Police say officers identified the suspect before the crash during a traffic emphasis targeting speeding and modified exhausts.