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Tower Bridge in central London has reopened after it was closed by police due to concerns for a person’s welfare.
Motorists were advised to avoid the area, when the bridge was shut in both directions to traffic and pedestrians on Tuesday night.
City of London Police tweeted around 8.20pm: “Tower Bridge is closed in both directions for both pedestrians and traffic whilst our officers deal with an incident; please find alternative routes.”
Tower Bridge is closed in both directions for both pedestrians and traffic whilst our officers deal with an incident; please find alternative routes. Thank you for your patience. pic.twitter.com/5zvbUkY4dG
— City of London Police (@CityPolice) February 21, 2023
But the force published an update at around 9.20pm, saying the bridge had reopened.
City of London Police has been approached for further information.
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