A man has been spotted on the roof of the multi-storey car park in Southend this evening, where emergency services have closed the road.

Police and fire crews are currently at the scene in Chichester Road, where negotiators are reportedly working to bring the man to safety.

Echo: There is a major emergency service response at the scene.There is a major emergency service response at the scene. (Image: Gaz de Vere)

Three police cars, a community safety unit and two fire engines are attending. The road is currently blocked off.

Echo: Two fire engines are at the scene in Chichester Road.Two fire engines are at the scene in Chichester Road. (Image: Gaz de Vere)

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "We are currently on scene following the concern for welfare of a man on Chichester Road in Southend. 

"We remain on the scene."