Police are currently in attendance at a security alert in the Alexander Road area of East Belfast, following a report of a one vehicle road traffic collision in the area.

One man has been arrested at the scene and is currently in police custody.

An Army bomb disposal unit is currently at the scene.

Cordons are in place and a number of homes have been evacuated.

Members of the public are asked to avoid the area at present.

Motorists are advised that there are road closures in place between Orangefield Crescent and Ladas Drive, and at Bellsbridge Roundabout on the Cregagh Road.

Police say a further update will be provided in due course.