SAVANNAH, Ga. — The Talmadge Bridge was shut down in both directions around 5 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 9, as emergency responders worked to assist a person reportedly threatening to jump.
The Savannah Police Department described the incident as an active emergency involving a “citizen in distress.” All traffic approaching the bridge has been stopped while police and other emergency personnel respond.
Drivers should avoid the area and use an alternate route. Police have not announced when the bridge is expected to reopen.
Anyone experiencing a mental health crisis can call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for immediate help.
Yolonda Harris
News Now Georgia
UPDATE: The bridge has reopened in both directions however traffic is heavy. Sadly the man threatening to jump did so.
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