A police cordon has been set up at Walker Park in Newcastle following an incident that occurred last night. On Friday morning, a section of the park remains taped off, with officers restricting access to a specific area.
Details of the Cordon
The cordon surrounds some trees near the statue where Central Park Cafe is situated. A police van is currently blocking entry to this part of the park. However, the rest of Walker Park remains open to the public, and dog walkers have been seen passing through.
Police Response
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Live Updates
08:15 BST - How Big is the Cordon?
A small area of the park is cordoned off, with police tape around trees near the statue and cafe. The cordoned area appears to be part of the Bowling Green. The rest of the park is open, and a few dog walkers have been seen this morning.
08:15 BST - What Has Happened
A section of Walker Park in Newcastle has been taped off by police following an incident last night. Authorities have been contacted for further details.
