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Westminster Bridge closed due to 'police incident' as cops rush to Central London

Westminster Bridge closed due to 'police incident' as cops rush to Central London

Westminster Bridge closed this morning after a police incidentlive

Westminster Bridge closed this morning after a police incident (Image: SelwynPics)

Westminster Bridge in Central London has been closed due to a police incident.

Dramatic images show that a police cordon is in place with the bridge eerily lying empty during rush hour. Two ambulances are parked in the middle of the bridge with police officers spotted conducting enquires.

The nature of the incident is currently unknown, 12 bus routes have been affected.

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Lauran O'Toole

Dramatic images from the scene show the bridge free from traffic during rush hour.

The bridge has been cordoned off with two ambulances parked in the middle.

Westminster Bridge closed this morning after a police incident

Westminster Bridge closed this morning after a police incident (Image: SelwynPics)
Lauran O'Toole

The below map shows the bridge closure, traffic in the area appears to be coping well.

The nature of the incident is currently unknown, we have contacted the Metropolitan Police and are awaiting a statement.

Are you at the scene or have any information? If so, feel free to contact me: [email protected]

Westminster Bridge closed

Westminster Bridge closed (Image: AA)
Lauran O'Toole

The bridge is closed both ways between A3211 Victoria Embankment and Lambeth Palace Road.

It is estimated the bridge has been closed for three hours.

Lauran O'Toole

Good morning. My name is Lauran O'Toole and welcome to our live blog. Westminster Bridge is shut this morning due to a police incident.

We will provide you with live updates as and when we receive them.

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