man chases cop with chainsaw

Glasgow road remains closed this afternoon at Allanton Avenue after an incident where a police officer was chased with a chainsaw.

Around 1pm on Monday, 6 May, 2024, a disturbance involving a weapon occurred following a collision involving a car and a stationary police vehicle on Glasgow Road in Paisley.

Two officers were injured and were treated by paramedics.

A 27-year-old man was arrested in connection with the incident.

There is no wider risk to the public and officers remain at the scene while enquires are ongoing.

Glasgow Road is closed between Buchlyvie Road and Allanton Avenue. Drivers are asked to avoid the area and use an alternative route.

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