Emergency services closed part of central Wellington this afternoon after police were called to an incident on Willis Street around 3.30pm.
The affected stretch, between Manners Street and Dixon Street, was cordoned off as a precaution, with authorities urging the public to avoid the area and expect delays.
Details about the nature of the incident have not yet been released. Police remain on the scene and investigations are ongoing.
Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.