Police lock down Paisley street amid 'ongoing emergency'
Cops have shut down a Paisley road this morning due to an ongoing police incident.
Emergency crews were called out to Greenock Road in the Renfrewshire town around 5am this morning and remain on the scene, Glasgow Live reports.
Drivers have been warned by police to find a different route and avoid the area. The nature of the incident is unclear at this stage.
Police Scotland issued a statement on social media confirming the major route was locked down between Mossvale Lane and Caledonia Street. The road is also shut off between Murray Street and Albion Street Junction.
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Police Scotland Renfrewshire shared on social media: " Greenock Road is closed between Mossvale Lane and the Caledonia Street, Murray Street and Albion Street Junction, Paisley.
"Motorists are asked to avoid the area and seek an alternative route."
Police Scotland has been contacted for comment.
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