Man jumps from Kingston Rhinecliff Bridge in Ulster

Police responded to a 911 call early Sunday morning

Feb. 21, 2026 at 10:35am

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The Ulster Police Department responded to a 911 call for a subject who had jumped from the Kingston Rhinecliff Bridge at 4:33 a.m. on February 20, 2026. Upon arrival, the male victim was located in the Hudson River and recovered with the assistance of an air boat from the New York State Police. He was transported to shore where he was pronounced deceased.

Why it matters

Suicide and mental health issues are an ongoing concern in the region, and this tragic incident highlights the need for greater awareness and resources to support those struggling with thoughts of self-harm.

The details

Multiple emergency response teams, including the Ulster Police Department, New York State Bridge Authority, New York State Police, Ulster County Sheriff's Office, Dutchess County Sheriff's Office, Plattekill Police, East Kingston Fire, Ulster Hose Fire, Glasco Fire and Rhinebeck Fire, assisted in the response and recovery efforts.

  • The incident occurred at 4:33 a.m. on February 20, 2026.

The players

Ulster Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that responded to the 911 call and led the recovery efforts.

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The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for greater mental health resources and suicide prevention efforts in the region to support those struggling with thoughts of self-harm.