Loop 202 Reopens in Chandler After Morning Police Incident Ends Peacefully

After causing significant disruption to the morning commute, both directions of the Loop 202 Santan in Chandler have reopened, following what has been characterized as a "police situation." For hours yesterday, travelers were forced to seek alternative routes as the eastbound lanes at Cooper Road and the westbound lanes at Gilbert Road were shut down. According to a statement obtained by FOX 10 Phoenix, the incident began early in the day and has since concluded without further details being revealed immediately.

The Chandler Police Department intervened to manage what was reported as a welfare check situation with a 31-year-old female on the overpass of Gilbert Road. During the course of the disruption, which started around 7 a.m., local authorities worked to safely respond to the individual in crisis. The freeway was not to be opened back up until the situation was resolved, which occurred just after 1 p.m., as indicated in coverage by AZFamily.

In the wake of the incident, the Chandler Police relayed brief details on the evening: "Chandler Police and multiple other agencies responded to a welfare check involving an individual in crisis on the Gilbert Road and Loop 202 overpass. After a lengthy ordeal, a 31-year-old female was moved to safety around 1:30 PM and was transported for a medical evaluation," as per FOX 10 Phoenix. The roads were subsequently cleared and traffic returned to its usual flow.

In light of the day's events, the department has encouraged anyone in need of support to get ready and to call or text the 988 mental health hotline, or to contact 911 during emergencies.