At least three dead in Glasgow stabbing, suspect shot by police

At least three people have been killed following a stabbing incident in Glasgow city center, Scotland, local media reported on Friday.

Police Scotland confirmed an armed officer shot a male suspect and that one police officer is in hospital after being injured in the incident.

Emergency services, including armed police officers are currently dealing with the incident on West George Street, which has been cordoned off to the public.

Steve Johnson, assistant chief constable of Police Scotland, tweeted a statement urging people to stay clear of the surrounding area: "We are continuing to deal with the incident on West George Street

#Glasgow

and would ask people to avoid the area."

At least three people have reportedly been killed following a stabbing incident in Glasgow city centre./Reuters

He added: "However, I would like to reassure the public that this is a contained incident and that the wider public is not at risk. Armed police officers attended the incident and I can confirm that a male suspect was shot by an armed officer.

"I would like to reassure the public that at this time we are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.

"I can also confirm that a police officer was injured while dealing with the incident and that officer is receiving treatment in hospital."

Scotland's first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, tweeted her reaction to the news: "The reports from Glasgow City center are truly dreadful. My thoughts are with everyone involved.

"I am being updated as the situation becomes clearer. Please help the emergency services do their jobs by staying away from the area – and please don't share unconfirmed information."

The UK's prime minister, Boris Johnson, also shared his concern on social media. He tweeted: "Deeply saddened by the terrible incident in Glasgow, my thoughts are with all the victims and their families. Thank you to our brave emergency services who are responding."