Taser used in firearms arrest

Police used a Taser while arresting a 45-year-old man in the East End of Glasgow on Saturday night.

The incident took place in Green Street in the Calton area of the city. The man was taken to hospital as a precaution but did not require further treatment.

A 45-year-old man has been arrested in connection with an alleged firearm offence and is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court. A statement issued by police said: “Police Scotland confirm at 10:35pm on Saturday that officers discharged a Taser while affecting the arrest of a 45-year-old man in Green Street, Calton, Glasgow.

“He was taken to Glasgow Royal Infirmary but did not require medical treatment and was released into police custody.

“A 45-year-old man was arrested in connection with an alleged firearm offence and resisting arrest.”