Major York bridge closed amid police incident

Ouse Bridge in York closed on Saturday night (October 3) <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>

(Image: Newsquest)

A bridge in York city centre is closed due to a police incident.

Ouse Bridge is closed in both directions on Saturday night (October 3).

At least four police vans, an ambulance and a fire engine were on the scene at 8pm.

It is understood that the incident concerns a person on the wrong side of the bridge’s wall.

Police are urging people to avoid the area.