Road closed near M62 due to police incident

A busy road in Widnes is closed due to a police incident. The closure began around 10:30 AM when Cheshire Police received reports of a man in need of help. Officers are currently at the scene, managing the situation. Watkinson Way is blocked, and nearby A557 Ashley Way is also closed in both directions. This has led to significant traffic delays in the area, affecting routes from M62 J7 (Rainhill Stoops) to A562 Fiddlers Ferry Road. It is not yet clear when the roads will reopen. Authorities are continuing to monitor the situation, and updates will be provided as they become available.