Man climbs Quezon Bridge — report | Inquirer News

Man climbs Quezon Bridge — report

/ 03:14 PM August 17, 2014

MANILA, Philippines—An unidentified man climbed the Quezon Bridge in Quiapo, Manila on Sunday and attempted to jump, a radio report said.

The man stayed on top of Quezon Bridge for two hours.

Four members of the Manila Fire Department climbed the bridge and rescued the man.

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The man was armed with a small knife which he later surrendered to the rescuers.

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Rescuers from Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP)-National Capital Region and the Philippine Red Cross have also responded on the scene.

One southbound lane is currently closed as a cushion bag was assembled by the BFP rescue team.

The man was brought to the Quiapo Police Station for questioning.

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