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A man named Tony Keeble was fatally shot by police officers in Norfolk while carrying what was later identified as an air gun, according to an independent watchdog. The incident occurred on 28 December next to the Thetford bypass when armed officers believed Keeble was holding a handgun. The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) confirmed that the firearm recovered at the scene was actually a gas-powered air gun. Despite receiving first aid, the 61-year-old local resident was pronounced dead at the scene around 22:15 GMT.
The sequence of events began when Norfolk Police responded to a car crash near Thetford cemetery on London Road, involving a Honda Jazz and a Mercedes van at approximately 20:25 GMT. The driver of the Honda sustained minor injuries but declined hospital treatment. Subsequently, police received several reports from the public describing a man carrying a handgun who had left the crash site and was spotted on London Road. Armed officers found Keeble near the A11 close to Sainsbury’s, about a mile from the initial location. He was twice ordered to put down his weapon and was then shot twice by two separate officers.
The IOPC is actively investigating the shooting and has reviewed bodycam and dashcam footage from the police officers involved. Initial statements have been collected, with more expected as the inquiry continues. For now, all officers involved are considered witnesses, as there is currently no indication that any professional standards were violated during the incident. The shooting also led to temporary road closures on the A11 in both directions while forensic teams examined the area.
Amanda Rowe, director of the IOPC, acknowledged the community’s concerns, stating, “We understand that any incident of this nature is likely to cause public concern, particularly in the local Norfolk community, with questions about the circumstances surrounding this event.” She emphasized the importance of conducting a “robust and thorough independent investigation,” noting that the inquiry is still in its early stages with evidence continuously being gathered and reviewed to uncover the full details of what took place
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