A man has died after reportedly falling from a bridge in Southend.

Essex Police have now issued an update on the incident, which took place at the Queensway bridge earlier this afternoon.

Officers have sadly confirmed a man died at the scene after falling from the bridge.

Emergency services rushed to Warrior Square around 12.54pm today, with air ambulance crews and police officers spotted attending the incident.

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Queensway remains closed in both directions between Victoria Avenue and Sutton Road, with drivers being advised to avoid the area where they can. 

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A spokesperson from Essex Police, said: "We have closed Queensway in Southend after a man was reported to have fallen from a bridge.

"Sadly the man died at the scene. We continue to carry out enquiries to establish the circumstances around the incident."

UPDATE:

The incident has now been cleared and Queensway has re-opened.