Search Underway for Person Who Jumped from Route 202 Bridge

January 13, 2026 | South Hadley, MA

Emergency responders have launched a major search operation along the Connecticut River following reports of a person jumping from the Route 202 bridge. Multiple public safety teams are actively responding at the scene, deploying boats to scour the water while the Massachusetts State Police Airwing provides overhead aerial support. The incident took place on Jan. 13 in South Hadley, Massachusetts.

Multiple public safety assets in the area searching the ct river for a jumper down; Ma state police airwing Request; boats in the water searching.

Authorities are urging motorists and bystanders to avoid the area to allow rescue teams unobstructed access for their efforts.

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