Police investigation creates backup at Holland Tunnel

Friday, July 23, 2021
MANHATTAN (WABC) -- Port Authority police searched vehicle on the Manhattan side of the Holland Tunnel following a report of shots fired.

The incident was reported around 3 p.m. Friday, and two inbound lanes were closed for over an hour.

Police investigation causes backup at the Holland Tunnel


Two people were arrested on the New York City side, but a=it appears the incident started on the other side of the tunnel in Jersey City.

The circumstances surrounding the report of shots fired are still unclear.
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The delays caused by the closure were extensive.



Port Authority tweeted the Holland Tunnel to New York has a delay of 60 minutes due to police activity. Motorists were advised to use alternate routes.

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