Quick Action by Police Helps Bring Man to Safety on Newburgh-Beacon Bridge

Local Law Enforcement Acts Quickly to Man in Distress on Newburgh-Beacon Bridge

Local  law enforcement acted quickly after a call came in about a man in distress on the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge.

According to a press release, the Beacon Police Department "received a call of a man standing on the fence of the pedestrian walkway of the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge" closer to the Newburgh side.

When officers arrived on the scene they found the man "standing on the top wrung" of the fence, overlooking the river and speaking to a woman passing by "stating he wanted to kill himself."

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In the press release, Beacon PD explains that their officers acted quickly to get the man to safety.

Beacon Police Department writes:

Officers acted quickly to take hold of the male and bring him down off of the fence to safety.

Officers from the Town of Newburgh Police Department were also on the scene as the man was taken down from the fence to safety and turned over to them for a mental health evaluation.

The statement goes on to explain "Though the bridge is not patrolled by the City of Beacon Police Department, when calls like this come in, we respond due to our proximity."

If you or someone you know is having suicidal thoughts, reach out to the New York State Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by call 988.

What is the 988 Hotline?

As the press release stated above, if you ever find yourself in crisis and need help call 988.

988 is the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. On their website they explain that they "understand that life's challenges can sometimes be difficult."

They go on to write:

Whether you're facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you.

They add "You are not alone".

Through the 988 website there are several ways to get into contact with someone either by text, by phone or even through a live chat.

988 is free and available 24/7, 365 days a year. While it can be used for personal crisis, 988 can also help if a friend or a loved one is in need of support.

They urge anyone who is in need of help to reach out explaining that they have "skilled, judgement-free counselors" standing by to support.

Learn more at 988lifeline.org.