ARMED police reportedly swarmed a road in Westcliff.

Pictures from the scene show a police presence in North Road, Westcliff last night at around 7.50pm last night.

The picture shows at least two vehicles in the road attending the scene.

It is understood that the road was blocked by police for some time yesterday evening. 

The cause has since been revealed to be a car fire.

Essex Police have been contacted for comment.