Fatalties likely after police helicopter hits Scottish pub

Glasgow (AFP) - A police helicopter crashed into a pub in the Scottish city of Glasgow and fatalities are likely, Scotland's First Minister Alex Salmond said.

"I can confirm that it is a police helicopter which has been involved in the tragic accident in Glasgow," Salmond tweeted. "Rescue efforts in full operation. Given an incident of this scale we must all prepare ourselves for the likelihood of fatalities."

Scottish police said two police officers and a civilian pilot were on board the helicopter but said they were "not in a position to confirm any details regarding injuries".