UK: Police responding to unspecified incident in vicinity of York College in Bishopthorpe during the early evening of March 15

Event

Police are responding to an unspecified incident in the vicinity of York College during the early evening of March 15. Authorities have cordoned off the surrounding area and closed a portion of Tadcaster Road between York College and the Tesco roundabout. Authorities have as yet released no statement concerning the nature of the incident; however, preliminary information indicates that police are searching for two suspects.

Authorities will almost certainly maintain an increased security presence over the coming hours. The security cordons will likely prompt localized transport and business disruptions until the security response concludes.

Advice

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Seek alternative routes and allow additional time to reach destinations near affected area through at least late March 15.