Overview

• Police closed Upholland Road in both directions between the service station and Cross Lane after responding to an early-morning incident.
• Officers sealed the road at 08:29 UTC before Google data showed the cordon perimeter had grown by 09:29 UTC.
• Greater Manchester Police have warned the closure could last for several hours as crews carry out their work.
• Drivers are urged to use alternative routes and anticipate major delays on nearby roads.
• Authorities have yet to confirm the exact nature of the incident as investigations continue.