Armed Police surround Royal Liverpool Hospital
People are being asked to avoid the area
Merseyside Police have confirmed that armed officers remain at the Royal Liverpool University Hospital this morning (Thursday 4 November).
Officers say that around 10.20pm last night, they received a report that someone was concerned for the safety of a man outside the hospital. Officers remain in the area this morning and a road closure is in place on Prescot Street at both ends.
Police are asking people to avoid the area while they deal with the incident, and say that staff at the hospital are directing patients and visitors accordingly and will provide further updates when appropriate.
The car park on Prescot Street remains open but local residents and businesses within the cordon will be affected.
Chief Inspector Steve Hardy said:
“Although this incident will cause disruption to those who live, work and are being treated, I would like to reassure people that it is being contained and there is no wider threat to the public.
“We thank everyone for their patience and ask that people who need the services of the hospital look out for more updates this morning.”