LAPD Sgt. Shiou Deng, a 26-year veteran, was killed while aiding a crash victim on the 405 Freeway. Another motorist also died in the collision.

LAPD Chief Jim McDonnell said the sergeant came upon the disabled vehicle and stopped, activating the rear lights on his patrol car to ward off traffic.

Flags at the California State Capitol and the Capitol Annex Swing Space will be flown at half-staff in honor of LAPD Sgt. Shiou Deng, who was struck and killed early Monday morning, Gov. Gavin ...