LIVE: Police seal off Greeba Road at Roundthorn Industrial Estate in Wythenshawe as protesters climb atop a lorry
A section of Greeba Road on the Roundthorn Industrial Estate in Wythenshawe has been closed this morning amid reports of a protest. Officers are on scene, and a cordon is in place near the Wythenshawe bus depot, which is causing disruption to some local bus services.
Two protesters are perched on top of a lorry that has red paint splashed across its front. Police and firefighters are present to manage the situation.
The Bee Network confirmed the closure is linked to an ongoing non-transport related incident near the depot. They cautioned that bus services may experience disruption and delays, listing affected routes: 245, 247, 248, 249, 263, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 313, 370, and 371.
Greater Manchester Police have been contacted for further details about the incident.
Follow our live blog for the latest updates.
09:51 — Cordon extended
Our photographer reports the cordon has been widened on Greeba Road. The road remains shut across the industrial estate.
09:36 — Scene secured
Police and fire crews are on site with a cordon in place across Greeba Road as responders address the protest.
09:32 — Lorry tagged with paint
The lorry involved has been splashed with red paint by the protesters.
09:28 — Scene image
Two protesters can be seen atop a DSV lorry on Greeba Road, with a police and firefighter presence and a cordon in place.
09:09 — Protesters located on the lorry
Two individuals are believed to be on top of a DSV lorry on Greeba Road this morning, preventing movement. The group is connected to the Greater Manchester Friends of Palestine, with updates posted on the group’s X account. DSV operates an air-sea-road unit on Greeba Road.
09:02 — Road closure in effect
Greeba Road on the Roundthorn Industrial Estate has been closed by police due to the protest.
08:56 — Bus services may be affected
Bee Network warned of potential disruption to several bus routes near the Wythenshawe Bus Depot due to the Greeba Road closure. Affected services include 245, 247, 248, 249, 263, 281, 282, 283, 284, 285, 286, 313, 370, and 371.
Summary: A protest on Greeba Road has led to a road closure and bus disruptions in the Roundthorn Industrial Estate area of Wythenshawe. Police and fire crews are coordinating traffic control while two protesters remain atop a lorry splashed with red paint. For ongoing details, follow the live updates and consider alternative travel routes until the situation is resolved.
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