Driver Dies in Crash on Closed Philly Bridge
The Platt Bridge was closed in both directions after fatal accident until just before 8 a.m. Monday.
Monday, Feb 6, 2012 | Updated 7:57 AM EDT
NBC Philadelphia
A fatal accident early Monday morning has the Platt Bridge closed for hours
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Officials say a motorist ignored bridge closure signs, leading to a fatal crash that also injured at least two construction workers.
Authorities say the vehicle struck maintenance equipment around 1:30 a.m. Monday on the Platt Bridge in South Philadelphia.
The 32-year-old driver was pronounced dead at the scene and at least two people working on the bridge were taken to a hospital for treatment of minor injuries.
The bridge was closed for repairs at the time of the crash and remained closed until 7:45 a.m. as investigators worked to determine why the driver tried to cross the bridge.
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