Part of River Nene in Northampton cordoned off as diving teams search the water following incident

A cordon has been put in place next to Wathen Wigg Bridge in Far Cotton on the River Nene following the incident believed to have taken place at around 7.45pm today (Friday).

Eyewitnesses say the area remains sealed off while a search and rescue operation is underway.

Northants Police has been contacted for comment.

More to follow as we get it.