Details surrounding the nature of the police incident have not yet been confirmed

A road has been closed by police in West Heath following an incident.

The Fairway has been blocked around its junction with Redgate Close, with motorists being warned to avoid the area while police deal with the incident.

The closure, on Tuesday, August 25, is also affecting public transport in the area.

National Express West Midlands' number 49 service is being diverted as a result of the closure, with buses affected around Westhill Road and Rednal Road in both directions.

Details surrounding the nature of the police incident have not yet been confirmed.

Motorists are being advised to allow extra time for their journeys and seek alternative routes while the closure remains in place.

This is a developing incident and more information will be provided when it becomes available.