POLICE and paramedics were called to Boscombe Cliff Gardens today to help following a "medical episode".

Officers helped clear the area so the helicopter could land safely and attend the casualty.

A post on the Bournemouth East Police Facebook page said: "Following a medical episode in Boscombe Cliff Gardens this afternoon, Boscombe NPT and Bmth South Patrol Officers have been assisting paramedics and helped clear the way in Kings Park for the helicopter to land.

"Thank you for your patience and understanding."