Princes Street incident: Heavy traffic on Princes Street after 'medical incident' leaves road blocked

Drivers and commuters have been told to expect delays

Drivers were facing delays on Princes Street after a ‘medical incident’ left the city centre road blocked.

Edinburgh council’s travel news team said the road was blocked near Frederick Street shortly before 9.30am, with traffic having been brought to a standstill.

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Traffic on Princes Street is blocked due to a 'medical incident' | Supplied

Drivers and those using public transport were told to expect delays.

Edinburgh Travel News said the incident is now clear but the AA Route Planner is still showing heavy traffic in the area.

Police Scotland and the Scottish Ambulance Service have been contacted for more information.

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