Renshaw Street in the city centre is currently closed this evening following a serious incident - meaning buses and cars are being diverted.
The road is closed both ways, after an accident and there is very slow traffic from Newington to Brownlow Hill.
UPDATE: A man has suffered serious head injuries after being hit by a bus - more here
Merseyside Police confirmed they had closed the road because of an RTC, that is believed to have occured around 6pm.
The police tweeted: " ROAD CLOSURE - Motorists please be aware of road closures due to an RTC on Renshaw Street #Liverpool the road is currently closed to traffic.
"Please avoid the area and plan your journeys accordingly. #DriveSafe ."
Many buses run down Renshaw Street and Merseytravel have also tweeted saying passengers should expect delays.
They tweeted: "Owing to a road traffic collision on Renshaw St. All bus services in this area are subject to diversion & delays in both directions."
Merseyside Police and North West Ambulance Service have been contacted for comment.
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