Traffic & Transit
Florida Turnpike Shut Down In Both Directions Near Hollywood
Florida highway officials reported that all lanes were blocked on the turnpike near Hollywood for a time on Monday.

HOLLYWOOD, FL — The Florida Turnpike was shut down in both directions for a time on Monday around Hollywood. News accounts said that a man was threatening to commit suicide along the highway. Traffic was backed up before Hollywood Boulevard to before NW 27 Avenue, according to Florida highway officials.
"All lanes blocked," Florida highway officials warned around 1 p.m.
The Florida Turnpike reopened later on Monday. Local 10 news reported that the man was taken into custody.
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