Priory Park is closed due to a police incident.

It is currently unclear what has happened, but Southend Council has issued an alert.

It reads: "Please be aware that Priory Park will be closing due to a serious incident which Essex Police are investigating."

It is thought the incident is linked to the travellers who have pitched up at the park.

Update: 2.09pm

We have a reporter heading to the scene.

Essex Police and Southend Council have both been contacted for comment.

Witnesses have described seeing a "knife fight" among travellers, but this is currently unconfirmed.

Update: 2.25pm