Police shoot man after Thetford car crash involving suspected handgun
A man was fatally shot by police in Thetford, Norfolk, after reportedly fleeing a car crash while carrying a handgun. Norfolk Constabulary confirmed that armed officers responded and shot the man, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The force has referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC), as is standard in such incidents. Assistant Chief Constable David Buckley stated that a full and independent investigation is underway.
What we know
- Police responded to a two-car collision on London Road in Thetford, Norfolk.
- The man, believed to be one of the drivers, allegedly left the scene holding a handgun.
- Armed officers shot the suspect a short distance from the crash, and he died at the scene.
- The force is cooperating fully with the IOPC investigation and has handed over all relevant evidence.
- The A11 remains closed in both directions amid the ongoing police investigation.
