Man shot dead by police after two-car crash
Summary
A man was shot and killed by police in Thetford, Norfolk, after a car crash. The police acted because they believed the man was carrying a handgun after leaving the accident scene.Key Facts
- The incident happened on London Road, Thetford, at around 20:35 GMT on Sunday.
- Police said the man involved in the crash had a handgun.
- Armed officers from Norfolk Police fatally shot the man.
- The man was declared dead at the location despite emergency services' efforts.
- The A11 road was closed in both directions following the incident.
- Norfolk Police referred the incident to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).
- Assistant Chief Constable David Buckley stated that police shootings are rare and an independent investigation is underway.
- Police are not searching for anyone else related to the incident.
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