Packman Road, West Melton: 'Very heavy traffic' on Rotherham road due to 'ongoing' police incident

Residents are being asked to 'avoid the area'.
By Sarah Marshall
Published 20th Mar 2024, 12:49 BST
Updated 20th Mar 2024, 12:49 BST
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Traffic delays are currently building around a Rotherham road, due to an 'ongoing' police incident.

The incident is in place on Packman Road, West Melton, Rotherham this afternoon (Wednesday, March 20, 2024)The incident is in place on Packman Road, West Melton, Rotherham this afternoon (Wednesday, March 20, 2024)
The incident is in place on Packman Road, West Melton, Rotherham this afternoon (Wednesday, March 20, 2024)

The incident is in place on Packman Road, West Melton, Rotherham this afternoon (Wednesday, March 20, 2024).

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A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "Please be aware that traffic is currently very heavy around Packman Road in West Melton due to an ongoing incident.

"Please avoid the area and plan an alternative route if possible." More to follow.

Related topics:TrafficWest MeltonRotherhamSouth Yorkshire Police

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