Police close Rigby Road in Blackpool to deal with welfare concern

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Police have closed Rigby Road in Blackpool and have urged people to avoid the area.

The road is now closed in both directions due to a concern for welfare call.

Police have closed Rigby Road in Blackpool and have urged people to avoid the area due to reports of welfare concern.Police have closed Rigby Road in Blackpool and have urged people to avoid the area due to reports of welfare concern.
Police have closed Rigby Road in Blackpool and have urged people to avoid the area due to reports of welfare concern.

A spokesperson for Blackpool Police said: “We are currently at the scene of a road closure on Rigby Road, Blackpool.

“The road is closed in both directions due to a concern for welfare.

“Please find alternative routes and avoid the area if possible.”

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