Police activity closes portion of 3rd Avenue in Scranton

SCRANTON, LACKAWANNA CO. (WOLF) — Scranton police are asking the public to avoid a section of the city’s South Side due to an active police incident.

The Scranton Police Department issued an alert Wednesday advising residents and motorists to stay away from the 300 to 400 block of 3rd Avenue.

Police said the incident remains active and that traffic is not being permitted through the area.

Authorities have not released details about the nature of the incident.

Motorists are urged to seek alternate routes and avoid the area until police clear the scene.

This is a developing story. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.