Police in the German city of Hamburg say they are dealing with a hostage situation at the airport after reports that an armed man drove through a gate.

In a statement, the police say there are at least two people in the car, including a child.

Special forces have also been deployed after the vehicle drove into the area where aircraft are usually parked on Saturday evening.

The suspect’s wife is reported to have alleged a possible child abduction.

German media reported that a weapon was shot twice in the air.

All departures and arrivals at the airport in the northern German city have been halted.