Major crossing re-opened as woman brought to safety
Published:
3:47 PM May 19, 2019
Updated:
4:02 PM November 4, 2020
The Queen Elizabeth II Bridge connecting Essex and Kent has been closed due to a police incident Picture: GETTY IMAGES - Credit: Getty Images
The busy QE2 Bridge connecting Essex and Kent was briefly closed this afternoon due to a police incident.
Officers have since re-opened the Dartford Crossing, which connects Thurrock in Essex and Dartford in Kent, following concerns for the safety of a woman.
The bridge was completely closed for just over half an hour, with drivers diverted through the East Bore Tunnel.
The woman has now been brought to safety.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: "We have now brought the woman to safety and bridge is re-opening.
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"We appreciate your patience, understanding and compassion."
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