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Dealing with a bar brawl, keeping people safe and bringing the house down with a rendition of 'I will survive' was all in a night's work for the karaoke cop who has become an online sensation in Glasgow.

The policeman, known as 'Officer John' was called to the Waterloo Bar on Argyle Street last night along with several other officers after a fight broke out.

With the situation under control and everyone safe, the busy karaoke night, at one of Glasgow's oldest and busiest gay bars, resumed.

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But the next singer to step up on stage was John, who with his job done and the situation calmed, took the mic and belted out the Gloria Gaynor disco anthem, 'I will survive'.

poll loading What do you make of Officer John's karaoke hit? 0+ VOTES SO FAR He's got the X Factor If I shut my eyes it felt like Gloria was in the room with me Brilliant. I wish more officers were like this Disgraceful. He should be as miserable as me

It was the last thing the punters - and even his own colleagues - expected and needless to say his rendition brought the house down.

The video was posted on social media this morning and picked up by the Daily Record newspaper. The response has been overwhelming with the vast majority praising the officer for showing his sense of humour.

Natalie Scott, who was in the Waterloo at the time, was among those to sing his praises: "I was present when this guy got up and did this. He turned a bad situation, that had left a people feeling really uncomfortable into something so positive.

"I wish there were more police officers like him and for those who reckon he should be disciplined, lighten up, I reckon he deserves a commendation."

Chief Inspector Mark Sutherland Area Commander for Glasgow City Centre said: "Around 7.10pm on Wednesday evening, officers were called following an alleged assault within the Waterloo Bar on Argyle Street in Glasgow city centre. A full and thorough investigation led to the arrest of a 23 year old male who is expected to appear at Glasgow Sheriff Court on June 2.

"Once the enquiry had concluded and the victim's safety ensured, Sgt Jon Harris from our city centre Community Policing Team was encouraged to participate in karaoke ongoing in the pub. 'Sgt Jon' took to the stage which helped to defuse any simmering tensions in the pub.

"I was pleased to see that once the incident had been professionally concluded, my officers were able to share a lighter moment with those who remained in the pub."