Emergency services rushed to the Heron Tower in Liverpool Street this afternoon following reports that a person had fallen from the top of the building, which houses the popular Sushi Samba restaurant.

Eyewitnesses described a heavy emergency response around the building shortly after the incident occurred. The area was cordoned off as police, ambulance crews, and London Fire Brigade units arrived on scene.

It is understood that the individual may have jumped from one of the upper floors, though this has not yet been officially confirmed.

A  source for the City of London said they are awaiting formal confirmation of the circumstances and are currently investigating the incident.

We are aware of reports of a person having fallen from a building in the Liverpool Street area. Emergency services remain at the scene. Enquiries are ongoing,” the Met said in a brief statement.

No further details about the person involved have been released at this time, including their identity or current condition.

The incident has caused significant disruption in the area, with police asking the public to avoid the immediate vicinity of Bishopsgate and Liverpool Street Station while investigations continue.

If you witnessed the incident or have information that may assist police, you are urged to contact the City of London Police via 101.

This is a developing story and will be updated as soon as more details are confirmed.