Travel disruption in Sheffield after man climbs to top of crane

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Emergency vehicles on Pond Street
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Emergency services are at the scene on Pond Street near Sheffield bus station

Roads around Sheffield bus station have been closed after a man climbed to the top of a crane.

South Yorkshire Police said they were called to Pond Street at 21:00 BST on Monday by a person concerned about the man's safety.

The man is believed to be in the cab of the crane, which is being used to construct a new high-rise building.

Pond Street has been shut between Fitzalan Square and Harmer Lane and a number of bus services are disrupted.

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Photos from the scene show a number of emergency vehicles parked nearby, including ambulances and fire engines

Drivers have been asked to avoid the area.

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