Charing Cross Road, a major thoroughfare in central London, is currently closed in both directions between Denmark Street and Shaftesbury Avenue. Emergency services are on the scene responding to an incident that was first reported at 3.59am on Sunday, October 4.
The circumstances of the incident have not yet been clarified. Travel restrictions are in place for vehicles and pedestrians in the affected stretch, causing disruption to early morning traffic.
Emergency services contacted for details
MyLondon has reached out to the Metropolitan Police and the London Ambulance Service for information regarding the incident. As of the latest update, neither agency has provided an official response.
The closure affects a key route in the West End, which connects the theatre district with Soho and Covent Garden. Commuters and local businesses are advised to seek alternative routes while the situation develops.
Live updates ongoing
This is a breaking news incident, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available from authorities.
The road remains blocked, and the duration of the closure is unknown at this time. Emergency services continue to work at the scene, and motorists are urged to avoid the area until further notice.
