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Welfare Concern Triggers Major Response at The Rock Car Park, Closing Derby Way in Bury

Police describe a welfare check that has kept the town centre sealed off.

Overview

  • Emergency services, which converged Tuesday on The Rock car park on Derby Way, are responding to concerns for a person's welfare.
  • Derby Way is closed in both directions near the A58 Rochdale Road, and police have set up a cordon around the car park.
  • Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service asked people to avoid the area while crews deal with the incident.
  • Traffic service Inrix reports the closure from Rochdale Road to The Rock, with delays nearby, and Bury Council urged drivers to plan other routes.
  • Authorities have not released further details and say enquiries are ongoing, with photos showing police cars, fire engines and ambulances at the scene.