Bournemouth (Parliament Politics Magazine) – The A338 Wessex Way in Bournemouth was closed by Dorset Police on November 27, 2025, following a welfare concern involving a woman on a bridge. Emergency services worked to engage with the woman, leading to a prolonged road closure to ensure her safety.
Incident on Wessex Way in Bournemouth
As reported by journalists at Yahoo News and Bournemouth One, emergency services closed the A338 Wessex Way in Bournemouth following a report of concern for the welfare of a woman on a bridge above the road. Dorset Police received a call shortly after 1:00 PM on November 27, 2025, and officers were immediately dispatched to the scene. Alongside the South Western Ambulance Service, police officers worked to communicate with the woman, prioritising her safety amid the ongoing incident.
Road closure and traffic impact
The police closure affected the stretch of Wessex Way from Bournemouth train station to the Springbourne roundabout. The road remained closed for several hours while emergency responders managed the scene. Traffic diversions were put in place to minimise disruption, though delays were reported in the surrounding areas. The closure was essential for allowing services to operate safely and to secure a safe resolution to the incident.
Police and emergency services engagement
Dorset Police confirmed their efforts to communicate with the woman continued throughout the afternoon. They coordinated closely with ambulance personnel on-site. The priority remained to de-escalate the situation and provide immediate support to the woman involved. Updates regarding her condition and the resolution of the incident were awaited at the time of reports.
Previous welfare incidents in the area
Bournemouth has seen other welfare-related interventions recently, including a separate incident on Westover Road involving a woman taken to a safe location after police and emergency crews responded to concerns. These incidents underscore ongoing community and emergency services work to support vulnerable individuals in the area.