What we know after police and firefighters close main road

EMERGENCY services closed Newtown Road last night (May 13) – here’s what we know.

Both police and firefighters were at the scene of an incident on Newtown Road at around 9.30pm.

It is understood that crews were tackling a blaze at a nearby building.

Both West Mercia Police and Hereford and Worcester Fire and Rescue Service have been approached for comment.

Newtown Road has since reopened.

More updates to follow…