The closure stretches between Gladstone Road and Stanley Road, with a detour currently in operation for motorists and bus routes 57, 93, 131 and 213.
Police car blocking the road (Image: Matt Kane)
According to AA Maps, the incident was first reported at around 3am today (February 22).
Row of shops and bars near to the incident (Image: Matt Kane)
Photos from the scene show a police car blocking the road while officers remain on site managing the situation.
Officers at the scene (Image: Matt Kane)
Police tape has been used to cordon off parts of the street, and the normally busy row of shops and bars along The Broadway appears deserted.
Police tape cornering off area (Image: Matt Kane)
From the vantage point of Sainsbury’s, there are no cars in sight, highlighting the extent of the closure.
Police tape cordons off part of The Broadway, as seen from Sainsbury’s. (Image: Alex Girvan)
At present, there is no official word on the cause of the incident or when the road is expected to reopen.
We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.