A man has been taken to hospital after suffering a medical episode outside Castle Quarter.

Crews from the East of England Ambulance Service were called to the city leisure complex at 8.34am today (August 18) after receiving reports of a medical emergency. 

A spokesman said: "A rapid response vehicle and an ambulance were sent to the scene.

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"The patient was transported to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital for further assessment and treatment."

A picture from the scene shows Castle Quarter staff next to a curtain which was placed around the man.

A spokeswoman for Castle Quarter added: "This morning, an individual experienced a medical emergency that required immediate attention.

"Our dedicated team responded quickly, assessed the situation, and initiated appropriate first-aid measures."