The Orwell Bridge was closed for a short time last night following concerns for the welfare of a person.
The bridge was closed in both directions at just after 11pm while police and the ambulance service dealt with the incident.
A spokesman for Suffolk police said the bridge reopened after 22 minutes following the successful resolution of the incident.
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