Emergency services, including firefighters, ambulance crews and police, have descended on Westgate Road in Newcastle city centre this afternoon, prompting a major response.
The road is currently closed off, and traffic is building up in the area from the A189 St James Boulevard to A695 Clayton Street West.
Emergency Services at the Scene
Several fire engines, ambulances and police cars are parked up on the street as the incident continues to unfold.
Live updates are being provided as the situation develops.
