Man detained and firearm recovered following incident outside Royal Liverpool University Hospital

**UPDATE 11.30am - Prescot Street has now been reopened**

We can confirm that a man has been detained and a firearm recovered following an incident outside the Royal Liverpool University Hospital today, Thursday 4 November.

At around 10.20am, a man in his 60s was detained at the front of the location. He is being medically assessed.

Road closures will remain in place for a short time and please follow @LivHospitals for further updates for visitors, patients and staff.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.