UK: Police activity ongoing in Stockport area of Manchester July 8

Event

Police activity is ongoing in southeastern Manchester's Stockport area July 8. Authorities are responding to a suspicious item located on St Patersgate. Authorities have closed Wellington Street, Piccadilly, St Peter's Square, St Petersgate, and Lawrence Street. Localized evacuations are possible.

Heightened security is likely in the area in the coming hours. Police are likely to redirect traffic in the impacted area.

Advice

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Plan for localized disruptions.