2 northbound lanes on Howard Frankland Bridge closed due to law enforcement activity: FHP
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Two northbound lanes on the Howard Frankland Bridge were closed Friday morning during rush hour due to law enforcement activity.
What we know:
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the closed lanes are the inside lanes of traffic near the Pinellas/Hillsborough County line.
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank has confirmed that the lane closure and law enforcement activity are tied to the investigation into two missing USF students who have not been seen since April 16.
Drivers should expect delays.
What we don't know:
It is unclear why there is law enforcement activity on the bridge.
Officials have also not indicated how long the lanes will be closed.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source: This article was written with information provided by a public affairs officer with the Florida Highway Patrol.