Talbot Road incident: Police on scene with cordon in place

Police are on the scene of an ongoing incident in Old Trafford tonight (Sunday) with a road taped off. Emergency services are currently in attendance on Talbot Road, beside Gorse Hill Park.

The road is cordoned off in both directions with traffic being diverted. One witness in a local social media group said there were 'loads of police' at the scene.

It is understood officers have cordoned off the road from the junction with Chester Road since around 7.30pm. Further details about the ongoing incident are yet to be confirmed.

Pictures from the scene showed a heavy police presence. Greater Manchester Police have been approached for more information.

The road remains shut off tonight. GMP have been approached for more information on the incident.

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There are unconfirmed reports of a collision on Talbot Road tonight.

A witness at the scene says there is a Serious Collision Investigation Unit vehicle in attendance.

Greater Manchester Police have been approached for details.

A witness who ran past the scene at around 7pm said they saw a person 'on the floor' in the road.

There were three police cars and an ambulance at the scene, they added.

Witnesses have reported that traffic is currently being diverted away from the scene.

A number of police vehicles are understood to be in attendance currently.

We are awaiting further details from GMP.

A witness has told us tonight that police have blocked off the road beside Gorse Hill Park.

It is thought emergency services descended on the scene at around 7.30pm.