Serious Incident, Alexandra Street, Hamilton
Emergency services were called to Alexandra Street shortly after midnight.
Cordons are in place on Alexandra Street, between Collingwood and Hood streets and there is a visible Police presence in the area while a scene examination is carried out. Members of the public are asked to avoid the area.
The cordon includes a car park, and anyone with a vehicle parked there is asked to make a report online, or by calling 105. Please use the reference number 250720/3051.
Information will be released proactively when we are in a position to do so.
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