Several people have been injured following an incident in Glasgow city centre.
Armed police have sealed off West George Street and paramedics in hazmat suits were seen treating a person on a blood-stained pavement.
Eyewitnesses have told Sky News they saw people, bloodied, being taken on stretchers from the Park Inn hotel.
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A Police Scotland spokesman says the incident has been contained and there is no further threat to the public.
A traffic information bulletin issued by Glasgow City Council said: “Due to a serious police incident the following roads are currently closed until further notice.
“West George Street – between Hope Street and West Nile Street.
“Renfield Street – between West Regent Street and St Vincent Street.
“Renfield Street traffic is being diverted onto West Nile Street and road users should avoid the area if possible.”