File photo. (Image: CHRIS BOOTH)
A man has been taken to hospital after an incident on a County Durham bridge.
Emergency services were called to the County Bridge in Barnard Castle at about 2.30pm on Wednesday (September 4) after concerns for a man’s welfare.
The road was closed for about six hours and the man was taken to hospital at about 8.30pm.
The bridge has since reopened to motorists.
If you are in need of support you can contact the following:
- Samaritans is available, day or night, 365 days of the year. You can call them for free on 116 123, email them at jo@samaritans.org, or visit www.samaritans.org to find your nearest branch.
- If U Care Share on 0191 387 5661 or text IUCS to 85258
- SANE on 07984 967 708, Calm on 0800 58 58 58
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