Police have reopened a stretch of road in Stevenage town centre, after it was closed earlier this afternoon.

The Comet: Traffic is building in Stevenage town centre after police closed part of Lytton Way. Picture: ArchantTraffic is building in Stevenage town centre after police closed part of Lytton Way. Picture: Archant (Image: Archant)

The A602 Lytton Way had been blocked by police between the roundabouts for Fairlands Way and Six Hills Way - and there was heavy traffic in the area as a result.

The Comet has contacted the emergency services for more details on the incident which prompted the closure.