Super Bowl aftermath: Several light poles torn down during Philly celebration
The Brief
Several poles were torn from the ground by Eagles fans Sunday night.
The poles were left in the streets as fans were cleared by police.
Police have yet to release any information about the incidents.
PHILADELPHIA - So much for greasing the poles!
Thousands flocked to Broad Street to celebrate the Eagles Super Bowl victory Sunday night, but some fans got a little too rowdy.
What we know
The aftermath of Philadelphia's Super Bowl celebration was revealed after police cleared the streets near City Hall early Monday morning.
FOX 29's Steve Keeley reports that at least five traffic light poles, along with a spotlight, were torn to the ground by fans.
Following the chaos, the poles were left lying across sidewalks and streets, some near historic sculptures.
What we don't know
Videos circulating on social media show groups of fans pulling the poles from the ground and carrying them through the streets.
However, police have yet to identify any of the fans, or say if they will seek any charges against those responsible.
Dig deeper
Poles being torn down by fans was just one of several incidents reported during Sunday night's celebrations, including a fire that broke out near 12th and Market streets.
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Information from this article was sourced from FOX 29 reporters at the scene.
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