Roads close as roof in Leicester city centre collapses

Roads in Leicester city centre have been closed after two buildings partially collapsed.

Rubble and debris have been pictured on Crafton Street West after the roof of two properties collapsed.

The road - and those surrounding it - are closed.

Leicestershire Fire Service said: "One person had been struck by debris in the collapse, but was discharged by East Midlands Ambulance Service colleagues at the scene. Our officers assisted in evacuating properties in the surrounding area."

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