A man who was allegedly carrying a gun has been tasered by police in Glasgow.

Officers were called to Green Street in the east end of the city shortly after 10.30pm on Saturday.

STV News understands the man was allegedly carrying a gun before being tasered.

The 45-year-old was arrested over firearm offences and resisting arrested.

He is due to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on Monday.

A Police Scotland spokeswoman said: "Police Scotland confirm at 10.35pm on Saturday that officers discharged a taser while affecting the arrest of a 45-year-old man.

"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 alleged firearm offences and resisting arrest.

"As is routine in these circumstances, police will refer to the Police Investigations and Review Commissioner."