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Teen dies after horror plunge off bridge he climbed for a social media video

The 17-year old boy, who is yet to be named publicly, was pronounced dead in hospital following the fall at Los Angeles' 6th Street Viaduct

Daily Mirror · May 25, 2023

6th Street bridge: A civic wonder that reflects LA's promise and its simmering problems

LOS ANGELES -- In its short life, the 6th Street Viaduct has turned into so many competing things to so many people: Soaring civic landmark or roadway to gentrification. Altar to the city's car culture or TikTok playground for general mayhem and lawlessness. Panoramic promenade for Boyle Heights abuelitos or…

Los Angeles Times · Aug 5, 2022

Dramatic new 6th Street Bridge opens, delivering a ‘love letter’ to Los Angeles

LOS ANGELES — The new 6th Street Viaduct crosses more industry than water, spanning a scruffy flat of lofts, warehouses and rail lines. It does not soar over the East River or gild the windswept entrance to San Francisco Bay.

Los Angeles Times · Jul 9, 2022