Road closures set for funeral of Philadelphia police officer Andy Chan

Road closures will be in effect for the viewing and funeral of Philadelphia Highway Patrol Officer Andy Chan, who died earlier this month after he was struck by a vehicle six years ago.

The Philadelphia Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5 announced Chan had passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025.

“His loss is felt deeply by all who knew him. We ask that you hold his wife, children, loved ones, friends, and his Brothers and Sisters in the Police Department in your prayers during this difficult time,” an FOP spokesperson wrote. “Andy died a hero and we will always remember and honor his sacrifice.”

The FOP later released information on Chan’s viewing and funeral on Monday, Dec. 15, and Tuesday, Dec. 16.

Monday, Dec. 15, 2025

The following road closures will take effect from 4 p.m. until the end of the viewing procession at Holy Redeemer Chinese Catholic Church:

Ridge Avenue between Wood Street and Hamilton Street
Vine Street westbound between 8th Street and 10th Street
10th Street between Hamilton Street and Vine Street
9th Street between Callowhill Street and Wood Street
Callowhill Street between 8th Street and 11th Street
Wood Street between 9th Street and 10th Street

Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2025

The following streets will be closed from 5 a.m. until the conclusion of Officer Chan’s funeral service:

18th Street between Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Vine Street

The following streets will be closed from 5:30 a.m. until the end of the funeral procession:

15th Street between Spring Garden Street and Callowhill Street
Broad Street between Spring Garden Street and Callowhill Street
Callowhill Street between Broad Street and 17th Street
17th Street between Callowhill and Benjamin Franklin Parkway

The following streets will be closed from 6 a.m. until the end of the funeral service:

Benjamin Franklin Parkway between 16th Street and 22nd Street
Vine Street between Logan Circle and 16th Street
Race Street between 16th Street and 18th Street
17th Street between Vine Street and Benjamin Franklin Parkway
19th Street between Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Cherry Street

Additional streets near the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and Eakins Oval may be closed or detoured by Philadelphia police if necessary.

The death of Officer Andy Chan

On Jan. 3, 2019, Chan was on duty and riding his motorcycle when he was struck by a minivan near Pennypack Park at Rhawn Street and Rowland Avenue in Philadelphia’s Holmesburg neighborhood. The driver of the van, a 79-year-old man, remained at the scene and police believed it was accidental.

Chan was placed in critical condition that evening and underwent surgery. He was 48-years-old at the time of the crash.

While Chan was wearing his helmet, he still suffered a traumatic brain injury that left him in a coma for several months.

Chan – who joined the force in the mid-1990s – was a popular figure in the Philadelphia police department and his injury drew a large response from his fellow officers and law enforcement leaders.

After he woke from his coma, his family was confident that he would make a full recovery. Over the years, several fundraising events were held to help cover medical expenses for Chan’s family, including annual holiday block parties.

Chan, in a radio interview from 2017, said he wanted to become a police officer ever since he was a little boy, after meeting cops who came into his parents’ restaurant in Philadelphia’s Chinatown neighborhood.

“It’s the best thing. You’re out there in the community. You’re out there with the people every day,” Chan said in an interview posted on Talk Radio 1210AM’s Facebook page. “It’s just happy when you’re helping strangers out. And they look at you with a smile. And that’s the best thing about being a police officer.”

Congressman Brendan Boyle – a Democrat who represents Northeast Philadelphia and parts of North Philadelphia and Center City – posted a statement on Officer Chan’s death on the social media platform X.

Officer Andy Chan’s passing is heartbreaking news for Philadelphia.

We owe an enduring debt to the first responders — and the families — who risk everything to keep our communities safe. My prayers are with his wife, his children, and all who loved him. https://t.co/aPvUdP7Wyr

— Rep. Brendan Boyle (@CongBoyle) December 2, 2025