US EditionAustralian police officer shot dead at rural property
- A Tasmania Police officer was shot dead at 11am Monday while attending a rural property in North Motton during routine duties.
- The officer was allegedly shot by a member of the public as they approached the house, prompting another officer to discharge their firearm and injure the suspect.
- Police established a crime scene on Allison Road near intersections of Walkers, Preston, and Saltmarsh Roads, and confirmed the alleged offender surrendered after being injured.
- Tasmania Police described the event as distressing and stated that support services are available for those impacted. Premier Jeremy Rockliff publicly announced the officer’s death while on duty.
- Authorities have initiated a comprehensive Professional Standards investigation, informed the coroner who is present at the scene, and confirmed that the public is not at risk.
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Police officer killed in shooting at rural Tasmania property
The officer was attending a rural property around 28km from Devonport, at 11am when a member of the public allegedly shot him, according to Tasmania Police.
·Sydney, Australia
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