AN investigation has been launched after a man was seen falling from a footbridge this afternoon.

The man has been taken to Aintree Hospital with police reporting that he remains in a serious condition.

The A49 Winwick Road was closed both ways between the A574 Cromwell Avenue and junction nine of the M62.

But this road has since reopened following the incident at 2.55pm.

Motorists are being warned to expect delays.

Earlier today a Cheshire Police spokesman released the following statement:

"Police were called to Winwick Road close to the M62 interchange following reports of a man seeming to fall from a footbridge.

"Winwick Road is closed in both directions at its junction with LA Bowl.

"The road will remain closed while enquiries are continuing to establish the circumstances.

"It is advised to avoid the area while closures are in place."