- Police have cordoned off sections of Shields Road in Byker after a 'serious incident' that has seen specialist officers attending the scene this morning.
- Blood can be seen on the pavement, and a large police presence is still at the scene, as emergency services continue with their investigation.
- We'll be bringing you live updates of the incident as we get them.
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