Hostages Released From Canadian Jet Hijacked in Jamaica, Gunman Arrested

A gunman described as "mentally challenged" was arrested following an eight-hour standoff with police after he hijacked a Canadian charter plane on the tarmac near the resort city of Montego Bay, Jamaica.

The man reportedly robbed several travelers before setting them free, but continued to hold the crew. At least one shot was fired, but there were no fatalities, officials said.

Officials tell FOX News six crew members aboard CanJet Flight 918, destined for Halifax, Canada, were released shortly before 8 a.m. when police stormed the plane and arrested the man at Sangster International Airport.

He was not harmed.

The gunman, described by Jamaican Information Minister Daryl Vaz as a "mentally challenged youngster," is about 20 years old and Jamaican. He did not detail the man's mental condition but said he was apparently upset over a failed relationship.

"It's a most unfortunate situation, but I can say the passengers are happy to be alive," Vaz said. "This whole experience has been very traumatic for them."