SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - Police activity was reported in Springfield's McKnight neighborhood Thursday evening, leading to the closure of Bay Street.

Around 7 p.m. Thursday night, several police cruisers were seen in the area, including on Dawes and Cambridge Streets.

22News crews observed the closure and the police presence but have not yet received any information from the Springfield Police Department regarding the nature of the incident.

We will continue to provide updates as more information becomes available from local authorities.

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