Police have closed a road in Edinburgh following an incident. Commuters have been warned of delays and congestion in the area.
Police placed a blue tent in the middle of the road and cordoned off the street with tape and barriers. An image from the scene shows police cars sitting stationary on the road, with multiple officers standing nearby. Another shows an ambulance parked behind the bus that is believed to have been involved in the tragic incident.A spokesperson for the nationwide force said: "We can confirm that the road is closed between Longstone roundabout and Sighthill roundabout.
"Commuters in the capital have been warned to expect delays as police remain at the scene of the incident. Bus passengers and motorists have been advised to expect congestion on Calder Road in Edinburgh as emergency crews remain in attendance.Emergency crews were raced to Calder Road in Edinburgh after receiving reports of concern for a person at 1.05pm today.A Police Scotland spokesperson said: “Around 1.05pm on Tuesday, 14 November, 2023, police were called to Calder Road, Edinburgh, following a report of concern for a perso
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