Road closed in Yardley due to police incident as bus services diverted
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible
A road has been closed in Yardley following a police incident, with bus services diverted away from the area.
West Midlands Roads has confirmed that Yew Tree Lane at its junction with Church Road is currently closed due to a police incident.
The closure has also caused disruption to bus services in the area, with the 17 and 17A routes being diverted.
Both services are operating via Barrows Lane before returning to Church Road.
A bus service update said: "Due to an emergency service-led incident around the Yew Tree, services 17 and 17A are on diversion via Barrows Lane and back to Church Road.
"We apologise for any disruption to your journey."
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible, while bus passengers should allow extra time for their journeys.
West Midlands Police, West Midlands Ambulance Service and West Midlands Fire Service have all been approached for comment.
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