A man has been taken into custody following reports of an armed person in Brisbane City this afternoon, 14 October.

Around 1.35pm, police were called to City Botanic Gardens following reports of a man sitting on a bench holding an edged weapon.

Around 4.35pm, following negotiations, the man was taken into custody and was transported to hospital with minor injuries.

Investigations are ongoing.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.

Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.

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