03 May 2017 | 07:40 PM UTC
United States: Police block part of Market Street in San Francisco May 3
Police block traffic in both directions in the 900 area of Market Street in San Francisco on May 3; expect traffic disruptions
Event
San Francisco police officials reported at approximately 11:45 (local time) that the 900 area of Market Street between 4th and 5th streets has been blocked off after a shooting occurred in the area. Traffic is blocked in both directions. The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency announced that Muni light rail trains will be diverted from the area; however, BART service is reportedly unaffected. Expect significant traffic disruptions in the area. Details are still emerging.
Context
No details about the shooting have been released.
Advice
Individuals in San Francisco are advised to monitor the situation, to allow additional time to travel, and to avoid the area until police have given the all-clear.
