A man is fighting for his life in hospital after being found with serious injuries in York.
The 25-year-old man was discovered at the bottom of the steps on Dame Judi Dench Walk next to Lendal Bridge at 3.03am today (Friday).
He has been taken to Leeds General Infirmary where he remains in a critical condition. Police say he is from London.
Lendal Bridge is closed while police conduct an investigation to determine the full circumstances of the incident. Forensic scenes of crime officers are at the bridge.
Anyone who witnessed anything which would be helpful to the investigation is asked to contact police – details below.
How to help the police
| Call North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 1 and ask for the Force Control Room |
| Quote reference number 12170027352 |
The police first went public about the incident with a Twitter appeal at 5.45am.
#Lendal Bridge @York is closed due to an ongoing Police Incident. Anyone in the area around 0300 hrs is asked to contact NYP SCT on 101
— NorthYorkshirePolice (@NYorksPolice) February 17, 2017
Lendal Bridge was closed to traffic for several hours, with buses being diverted on some routes. It was reopened shortly before midday.
Lendal Bridge in #York is now open for traffic. Footpath on one side of the bridge remains closed for pedestrians – thanks for your patience
— NorthYorkshirePolice (@NYorksPolice) February 17, 2017
