Two men have been arrested and another man has been airlifted to hospital after an incident in Hereford city centre this evening.

Police and ambulance services responded to a call at around 5pm after a disturbance broke out at Hereford Snooker Centre in Coningsby Street.

One man was taken by air ambulance to hospital for treatment.

A statement from West Mercia Police said that there are a number of other casualties, but the extent of their injuries is not yet known.

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A police cordon is still in place around Coningsby Street, Widemarsh Street, Catherine Street and the immediate vicinity. It is thought it will remain in place for some time as officers carry out their inquiries.

A spokesperson for West Mercia Police said: "Please be reassured that the incident is contained and there is no threat to the wider public.

"However, please avoid the area to allow the police to continue with their work."