A road is closed after an accident this morning.

The A577 Shuttle Street One Way Street Tyldesley  due to a police incident between Factory Street and Common Lane.

The street has been reported as blocked off since around 7.30am and bus services in the area are following an alternative route.

A Transport for Greater Manchester spokesperson said: "The V2 bus services are operating via Leigh Road to Leigh Bus Station where passengers can change to a V1 for service towards Manchester.

"This is due to a police incident on A577 Shuttle Street, Tyldesley."

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