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Investigation under way into fatal police shooting in Norfolk

Factual summary of a published IOPC investigation, covering the incident, key findings and outcome.

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Published
2025-12-29
Investigation type
independent
Force involved
Norfolk Constabulary

What was investigated

We have begun an investigation into the circumstances surrounding a fatal police shooting in Thetford, Norfolk last night. Officers responded to a report of a collision involving two vehicles and found a man who was sadly declared deceased after shots were fired by police.

Key findings

  • Officers responded to a vehicle collision report.
  • A man was seen leaving the collision holding a handgun.
  • Two shots were fired by police.
  • First aid was provided at the scene.
  • The man was declared deceased shortly after 10.15pm.
  • A non-police issue firearm was recovered from the scene.
  • Initial accounts from involved officers are being gathered.
  • Body worn video footage is being secured.

Outcome

The investigation is in its initial stages, and further evidence is being reviewed to understand the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Read the full report on policeconduct.gov.uk

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Last reviewed: 13 July 2026 · Next review due: 13 January 2027

This is a factual summary of a report published by the Independent Office for Police Conduct. Individuals are referred to exactly as the source report anonymises them. BlueLineHub is independent and not affiliated with the IOPC · Summarised 2026-07-13.