Police are responding to an incident in Newcastle city centre, with a cordon in place surrounding a number of Newcastle University buildings that have been evacuated.
The cordon covers Queen Victoria Road, Brewery Lane, King's Road and St Thomas' Street. A large police presence is visible at the scene, with officers guarding the cordon.
Streets taped off and buildings evacuated
Officers have taped off the streets around the university site, and buildings have been evacuated as a precaution. The exact nature of the incident has not yet been confirmed.
Northumbria Police have been contacted for further information, and updates will be provided as they are received.
Ongoing police operation
The police operation is ongoing, with the cordon remaining in place. Further details are expected to emerge as the situation develops.
