Howard Frankland Bridge northbound lanes reopen after being closed for law enforcement activity
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Two northbound lanes on the Howard Frankland Bridge were closed Friday morning during rush hour due to law enforcement activity, but have reopened.
What we know:
According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the inside lanes of traffic were closed 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.
According to Axelbank, evidence linked to the missing students was found on the bridge and taken to a Pinellas County Sheriff's Office location on 28th Street North in St. Peterasburg to be processed.
What we don't know:
It is unclear what evidence was located on the brige.
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.