Police investigating ‘serious incident’ at De Montfort University in Leicester

Several roads have been closed in Leicester after a “serious incident” on a university campus.De Montfort University said it was working with Leicestershire Police, who confirmed the incident took place on Oxford Street in the city on Tuesday evening. They gave no further details about the incident.A De Montfort University spokesperson said: “We are working with Leicestershire Police as they launch an immediate investigation. Our thoughts are with everyone affected by what has happened. We are offering direct support to students and staff who witnessed the incident.”In a statement shared early on Wednesday morning, police said road closures were in place “due to police scene preservation in place following an incident in Oxford Street, Leicester, last night”.“These closures are expected to remain on for a number of hours,” they added, urging motorists to avoid the area.Closures are in place on Oxford Street, Infirmary Road, Infirmary Square, Carlton Street, York Road, Lower Brown Street, the Gateway and Gosling Street. The Infirmary Road junction with Aylestone Road and the Newarke Street junction with Oxford Street are also closed.University Hospitals of Leicester NHS trust warned patients with appointments on Wednesday of potential disruption due to road closures around Leicester-royal-infirmary" class="entity-link entity-location" data-entity-id="24555" data-entity-type="location">Leicester Royal Infirmary.It said in a statement on Facebook: “Due to road closures currently in place near the hospital following an overnight incident, there will be traffic disruption in the area this morning. Please attend your appointment and allow extra time for your journey. Follow local diversions and police instructions. If you are delayed, please contact your clinic or department where possible.”