Police Respond To Bridge Jumpers At Two Hudson Valley Bridges

Police responded to reports of bridge jumpers in the Hudson Valley.

On Tuesday, New York State Police confirmed reports of a jumper on the Bear Mountain Bridge.

New York State Police Confirm Bear Mountain Bridge Jumper

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On November 10, 2023, the New York State Police were dispatched to the Bear Mountain Bridge for a report of a jumper.

According to State Police, a 48-year-old from Northvale, New Jersey was located and pronounced deceased at the scene.

"No signs of foul play were discovered at this time," New York State Police stated in a press release. "The Westchester County Medical Examiner’s Office was on scene for the investigation."

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Reported Jumper On Newburgh-Beacon Bridge

Police responded to the Newburgh-Beacon Bridge early Tuesday morning for a report of a jumper.

"Newburgh-Beacon Bridge: Police activity on span Westbound, right lane closed. Use caution," New York State Bridge Authority wrote on Facebook on Tuesday around 6:30 a.m.

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WPDH traffic reporter Cande Roth told Hudson Valley Post there was police activity on the bridge because of a jumper.

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Police scanners also confirmed a jumper. More information hasn't been released at this time.

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