A27 closes in West Sussex due to police incident

Sussex Police said it was called to a report of concern for the welfare of a person on the bridge in New Barn Road, Shoreham, at around 5am.

The force said the person has been taken to hospital for treatment.

A Sussex Police spokesperson said: “A full road closure was in place on the A27 between the junctions with the A293 and A283, as well as the slip road to the A270, Old Shoreham Road while emergency services were at the scene.

"These have since been lifted.”

A diversion route was in place, and motorists were told to allow extra journey time.

National Highways South East said: “Plan ahead, you may wish to re-route or even delay your journey.”

Highways confirmed all lanes had reopened as of 6.43am.