Essex Police shut A12 earlier over concerns for a man's welfare
The A12 at West Bergholt was closed shortly after 4am this morning
Essex Police were called to the A12 in the early hours of this morning after concerns for the welfare of a man.
A number of roads were closed in the area, including the A12, for about one hour and 40 minutes while officers dealt with the incident.
Police attended and a man was sectioned under the Mental Health Act 1983.
He was taken to a safe place and left in the care of medical professionals.
Essex Police have thanked motorists for their patience.