A section of the A1 autoroute was closed for hours yesterday after a woman climbed the barriers of a bridge over the main road near Winterthur.
Zurich cantonal police say there was a danger to her and other road users.
Negotiations took four hours before the woman could be rescued.
Police say she’s now receiving professional care.
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UBS rejects proposed new banking rules
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Govt backs Sunday trading relaxation
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Lausanne metro to get major upgrade
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Speed camera flashes everyone
A speed camera in Neuchâtel has gone haywire - flashing thousands of drivers for no reason.
