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Major Swindon road closed due to ‘person in distress’ on bridge

byDaniel Jae Webb
24 May 2024 | 8.43pm
Major Swindon road closed due to ‘person in distress’ on bridge
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A major Swindon road has been closed due to a mental health incident, it’s understood.

Emergency services were called to Thamesdown Drive at around 8pm today (Friday).

A person is reportedly in distress on a footbridge over the busy route.

Witnesses claimed people on the bridge are holding onto the person to stop them falling.

Numerous police, ambulance and fire resources are in attendance – including technical rescue team and an aerial ladder platform appliance.

If you are struggling with your mental health, please reach out for support. Contact the Samaritans in confidence and for free, 24 hours a day 365 days a year, on 116 123. You can also visit our page of Mental Health Helplines to view a list of relevant organisations.

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