One of York's main bridges in city centre closes after police incident

Police closed a section of Bridge Street after multiple emergency services were called to the incident last night (Monday, October 5) (Newsquest file image) <i>(Image: Newsquest)</i>

(Image: Newsquest)

A POLICE incident has closed one of the major bridges in York city centre.

Eyewitnesses said Ouse Bridge was closed last night (Monday, October 5) with around eight police vehicles and four engines from North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service in attendance.

The bridge reopened at around 10pm, the eyewitness said.

The Press has contacted North Yorkshire Police and North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service.

It is the second time in three days that Ouse Bridge, Bridge Street and Low Ousegate has been closed due to a police incident.