The Severn bridge
A MAN is still missing after falling from a bridge on the weekend.
Avon and Somerset Police were called out to the Severn Bridge on the evening of Saturday June 1.
A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: “We were called to attend the M48 Severn Bridge at around 7pm on Saturday (June 1) following concern for a man’s welfare.
“Before officers arrived at the scene the man had fallen from the bridge.
READ MORE:
- Man denies making threats to kill after police called out to hospital
- 'I done it just for a laugh': Man caught by his girlfriend sending sexually explicit text messages to a child is jailed
- Economic saviour or overpriced polluter? Closing arguments for and against the M4 relief road
“A search of the area was carried out by HM Coastguard, but the man was not located.”
Chepstow Coastguard attended the scene searching the water and shoreline.
They worked with Severn Area Rescue, RNLI, Police, Ambulance, Coastguard Rescue Teams and Coastguard Rescue Helicopter.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel