Outlaw says the turn to violence distracts and hinders the message that was intended. PHILADELPHIA - The Benjamin Franklin Bridge has been closed until further notice effective immediately for multiple reasons, officials declared Sunday.
Among those reasons is a planned march from the bridge to Liberty Bell as a demonstration for justice after the death of George Floyd on May 25.
Police activity has been reported at the bridge and the pedestrian walkway has been closed as well. However, officials say PATCO services remains unaffected at this time.
Delaware River Port Authority officials also stated that Ben Franklin Bridge was closed due to the condition of Philadelphia.