POLICE are currently in attendance at an incident on Michaelson Road Bridge, Barrow, following a call to police at 12.48 pm this afternoon.

Michaelson Road is closed to vehicles and pedestrians while emergency services attend the scene.

Congestion may be experienced in this area and road users are asked to plan their journey accordingly and to avoid the area if possible.

Cumbria Police said: "Police were called following a report of a concern for the welfare of a man in the area of Michaelson Bridge.

"Police remain at the scene. No further details are available at the moment."