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Deadly crash shuts down all eastbound lanes of Gandy Boulevard

All eastbound lanes in the area are still closed as of 8 p.m.
Credit: Florida Highway Patrol
Traffic is backed up on Gandy Boulevard due to a deadly crash.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A deadly crash has shut down a portion of Gandy Boulevard on Thursday evening.

The crash happened around 5:30 pm on Gandy Boulevard at Brighton Bay Boulevard. All eastbound lanes in the area are still closed as of 8 p.m.

Traffic cameras show cars backed up for several miles along the roadway.

While the Florida Highway Patrol said the crash was deadly, it's not clear what caused the crash or how many people were hurt.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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