A driver was found with an apparent gunshot wound to the head after a single-vehicle crash on the George Washington Bridge on Tuesday night, according to the Port Authority, an incident that snarled one of the region’s busiest crossings through the evening.

Port Authority police received reports of the crash on the bridge’s westbound upper level at about 7:06 p.m., officials said. Officers who responded found the injured driver, who was taken to Englewood Medical Center in New Jersey. The driver’s condition was not immediately clear. No other injuries were reported, authorities said.

The circumstances behind the apparent gunshot wound have not been explained in the information released so far. Port Authority police investigated the scene, and the westbound upper level was closed while they worked, according to the agency.

The closure rippled quickly through the evening commute. By 9:15 p.m., the Port Authority reported delays of up to 90 minutes on the upper level for traffic heading into New York. The bridge connects Fort Lee, New Jersey, and Upper Manhattan, and serves as a daily artery for commuters, truckers and bus riders moving between the two states.

Transit riders felt the effects as well. NJ Transit said buses traveling to and from the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal were running up to 30 minutes late. The terminal, in Washington Heights, is a key transfer point for New Jersey commuters heading into the city.

The disruption extended to those crossing the span on foot or by bicycle. The Port Authority said the bridge’s North Walk was closed to pedestrians and cyclists, while the South Walk remained open as an alternative.

The Port Authority described the matter as a developing story, and details may be updated as the investigation continues. Officials had not said whether anyone else was involved or what led to the crash. Travelers who rely on the bridge are advised to check the agency’s traffic alerts for the latest lane and walkway status.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened on the George Washington Bridge on Tuesday night?

A driver was found with an apparent gunshot wound after a single-vehicle crash on the bridge’s westbound upper level at about 7:06 p.m., according to the Port Authority. The circumstances behind the wound had not been explained in the information released so far.

Where was the injured driver taken after the George Washington Bridge crash?

The injured driver was taken to Englewood Medical Center in New Jersey. Their condition was not immediately clear, and no other injuries were reported.

How long were the delays on the George Washington Bridge?

By 9:15 p.m., the Port Authority reported delays of up to 90 minutes on the upper level for traffic heading into New York. The westbound upper level was closed while police investigated the scene.

Are the George Washington Bridge walkways open after the incident?

The bridge’s North Walk was closed to pedestrians and cyclists, while the South Walk remained open as an alternative. The Port Authority advised travelers to check its traffic alerts for the latest lane and walkway status.

Were NJ Transit buses affected by the George Washington Bridge closure?

Yes, NJ Transit said buses to and from the George Washington Bridge Bus Terminal in Washington Heights were running up to 30 minutes late.

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