An investigation has been launched after a man wa shot near to the scene of a crash – police have referred themselves to the Independent Office for Police Conduct after the incident
A man has been shot dead by police after reports of a two-vehicle collision. A road has been shut overnight in Thetford and Norfolk Constabulary have confirmed that a man has died after being shot by police near the scene of the crash.
Officers were called to London Road at around 8.25pm on Sunday, December 28 following reports of a two-vehicle collision. One man, believed to be the driver of one of the vehicles, left the scene holding what was described as a handgun.
Armed response officers attended and the suspect was subsequently shot by police a short distance away, according to the force. He was pronounced dead at the scene despite the best efforts of emergency services.
The A11 remains closed in both directions from the Thetford Ranges roundabout to the Brandon Road roundabout.
Assistant Chief Constable David Buckley said: “We understand this incident will cause concern in the community. Our highly trained armed officers deploy to hundreds of firearms related calls each year, but incidents where police discharge firearms are thankfully incredibly rare.
“A full and independent investigation is already underway. We are of course cooperating fully with the IOPC investigation and will be handing over all bodyworn footage and 999 calls to ensure transparency.
“We are not looking for anyone else in connection with the incident.”
The A11 has been closed in both directions from the Thetford Ranges roundabout to the Brandon Road roundabout. Diversions have been issued both northbound and southbound by National Highways.
An investigation is underway to establish the full circumstances of the incident. Norfolk Constabulary has made a referral to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
