ARMED cops arrested an alleged knifeman for attempted murder after a customer was stabbed and workers taken hostage in a petrol station siege.
Staff members were forced to hide in a safe room in the shop in Bristol as police attempted to end the siege this morning.
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The man is led away by armed cops after the siege this morning Credit: PA 7
Police swooped on the petrol station today Credit: SWNS
A man aged in his 20s was taken to hospital with non life-threatening knife wounds but no one else was injured.
Dramatic pictures show the suspect being led away in handcuffs by armed police after he was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
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Witnesses reported hearing loud bangs and seeing flashes as the siege was brought to an end.
Police have confirmed this was due to "distraction devices" being used - including a baton round.
A spokesperson said: "Officers were called to a petrol station in Hengrove, Bristol, this morning, Thursday 9 September, after a report of a man armed with a knife at the location. After two hours of negotiations, officers safely detained a man.
"Members of staff on site were uninjured having remained in a safe room and in contact with officers.
"A man in his 50s is currently at a police custody unit having been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and will be assessed by health professionals."
Officers were raced to the scene at around 7.41am today and closed the main road.
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Armed officers and a negotiator were also in attendance to help bring the siege to an end.
People were urged to stay away while the stand-off was ongoing.
The force said: "Investigations continue and neighbourhood officers are patrolling the area to reassure the community.
"If you saw the incident or have any other information which could help please call 101 quoting reference 5221208981."
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Police confirmed a man has been arrested Credit: PA 7
They said investigations continu Credit: PA 7
Police have urged the public to stay away Credit: SWNS 7
The staff members hid in a safe room Credit: SWNS 7
One person has been taken to hospital Credit: SWNS