Edmonton police reopen Whitemud Drive after ‘non-criminal incident’

EDMONTON -- Edmonton police closed part of Whitemud Drive Tuesday night while attempting to help a man threatening suicide.

Police arrived at the 122 Street overpass around 8:20 p.m. and closed the eastbound lanes of the Whitemud to traffic.

Patrol officers were able to convince the man to leave the bridge around 9:15 p.m., an officer confirmed.

No one was injured and the man was taken into custody.

Alberta’s Mental Health Act allows police officers to “apprehend an apparently mentally disordered person” until they are examined by a physician.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, here are some resources that are available.

Crisis Services Canada (1-833-456-4566 or text 45645), Centre for Suicide Prevention (1-833-456-4566) or Kids Help Phone [phone]) offer ways of getting help if you, or someone you know, may be suffering from mental health issues.

If you need immediate assistance call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.