Emergency services created a major response cordon around Westminster Bridge on Tuesday afternoon following a serious traffic incident that left one driver requiring hospital treatment.
The dramatic collision, which occurred during daylight hours, saw a single vehicle make impact with roadside infrastructure on the iconic bridge, prompting immediate closure of the affected area.
Emergency Response
Metropolitan Police officers, London Ambulance Service paramedics, and London Fire Brigade crews were all dispatched to the scene following multiple emergency calls from concerned witnesses.
An eyewitness described the moment emergency services arrived: "There were police cars everywhere within minutes, and the ambulance crews worked quickly to stabilise the driver. The bridge was completely blocked off to traffic."
Road Closures and Commuter Chaos
The incident caused significant disruption during the afternoon rush hour, with Transport for London implementing diversions around the Parliament Square area. Bus routes were rerouted as investigation work began at the scene.
Commuters reported lengthy delays as the bridge remained closed for several hours while police collision investigators examined the vehicle and gathered evidence.
Ongoing Investigation
Scotland Yard confirmed they are treating the incident as a collision investigation rather than having any security-related concerns. A police spokesperson stated: "We're working to establish the full circumstances leading up to the collision and would appeal to any witnesses who haven't yet come forward."
The condition of the hospitalised driver remains unknown, though authorities confirmed they were conscious when transported to a central London hospital for further treatment.
