Dramatic photos as scaffolding collapses in Leicester

The scaffolding blocked off Charles Street in the city centre. Credit: ITV News Central

A woman has been injured after scaffolding collapsed on a street in Leicester city centre.

She was taken to hospital but her injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

Police were called to Charles Street at 11.34am this morning, with emergency services closing the road for recovery and investigation work.

Scaffolding collapses in Leicester city centre Credit: ITV News Central
Scaffolding collapses in Leicester city centre Credit: ITV News Central