A major route in Herefordshire is closed in both directions tonight with emergency services responding to an incident.

The incident has occurred on the A40 between Ross-on-Wye and Monmouth. 

West Mercia Police and West Midlands Ambulance Service are both understood to be in attendance at the incident.

Motorists are advised to use an alternative route. 

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said:

“A40 Eastbound and Westbound between Whitchurch and Ganarew. Total closure both sides due to Police incident. Please use alternative route.”

More soon.