The Lions Gate Bridge, a key transportation route in Vancouver, was closed in both directions due to a police incident. This closure occurred on Monday at approximately 7:55 p.m. Reports indicate that the Vancouver Police Department (VPD) was assisting West Vancouver authorities at the scene.
Police Response and Traffic Impact
Witnesses reported seeing multiple police vehicles responding to the area, along with a helicopter monitoring the situation from above. According to traffic updates from DriveBC, the bridge reopened just before 8:50 p.m. after a brief closure lasting nearly an hour.
Expected Delays
- Bridge closed: 7:55 p.m. on Monday
- Reopened: Just before 8:50 p.m.
- Closure duration: Approximately 1 hour
Drivers are advised to expect delays as traffic begins to normalize following the incident. For timely updates, listeners can tune into El-Balad for live reports every ten minutes. Additionally, updates can be followed on X @NewsRadioVAN, and subscribers can receive traffic alerts directly to their inbox.
Further Information
The West Vancouver Police Department (WVPD) is expected to provide additional details regarding the nature of the incident. El-Balad continues to monitor the situation for any updates.
