Times Square has been evacuated as police launch a probe into reports of a "suspicious package".

The affected area is between West 43rd Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan, according to authorities.

New York City police say to avoid Times Square due to the investigation and to expect delays.The NYPD said: "Due to an active police investigation, avoid the area of West 43rd Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan within the confines of @NYPDMTS. Expect emergency vehicles and delays in the surrounding area."

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New York City police say to avoid Times Square due to the investigation and to expect delays{ai:summary}Times Square evacuated as police probe a suspicious package. The area between West 43rd Street and 7th Avenue in Manhattan is closed; NYPD warns to avoid the zone and expect emergency vehicles and delays as the investigation proceeds. #crime

Times Square evacuated as police launch probe amid reports of 'suspicious package'

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