PUBS have been forced to close after a cops locked down a busy city centre street amid a major incident.
Venues were ordered to shut by police after they shut streets due to a “road traffic incident” in Edinburgh.
Duncan McGlynnPolice have sealed off streets in Edinburgh city centre[/caption]
Streets around Cowgate are home to popular bars, restaurants and clubs (STOCK IMAGE)
Forensics teams in white suits were spotted entering a cordon near a police tent while unformed officers stood guard around Cowgate.
Bosses at Bachata Blues dance centre revealed their party at The Mash House nightclub was shuttered alongside all other businesses in the affected area.
They said: “Following police instructions, all Cowgate venues are going to be closed tonight due to a major incident.
“All ways to enter Cowgate are cut off. Unfortunately, we have to cancel tonight’s event as Mash House will remain closed all night, following police instructions.”
Blue and white police tape could be seen at the bottom of Niddry Street, which is home to a number of popular pubs and clubs.
A number were due to hold Halloween events.
A Police Scotland spokesman said: “Emergencies services are responding to a road traffic incident in Cowgate, Edinburgh.
“Blair Street, Guthrie Street, Candlemaker Road are closed.
“Motorists are advised to avoid the area and use alternative routes.
“Thank you for your patience.”
Duncan McGlynnForensics teams in white suits were spotted entering a cordon near a police tent[/caption]