Police investigation closes section of southbound DVP

The southbound lanes of the Don Valley Parkway are closed due to a police investigation on Sept. 27, 2024. CITYNEWS

Posted September 27, 2024 4:20 pm.

Last Updated September 27, 2024 5:19 pm.

The southbound Don Valley Parkway (DVP) is closed from Bayview/Bloor to the Gardiner Expressway for a police investigation.

In a social media post, Toronto police said someone fell from the pedestrian bridge north of Gerrard Street East just before 3:30 p.m. on Friday.

There’s no word on the extent of injuries.

Police are warning drivers to expect delays.

It’s not clear at this point how long the closure will last.

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