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Man carrying 'crossbow' shot by police in Wales, officers say
The man was taken to hospital in stable condition, and Gwent Police said it has referred the shooting to the Independent Office for Police Conduct.
- On Friday, July 10, Gwent Police shot a 21-year-old man on Edward Street in Newport after officers spotted him in possession of what was believed to be a crossbow. He received first aid at the scene and remains in stable condition at hospital.
- Specially-Trained firearms officers attended the scene following reports of threatening behavior involving a weapon believed to be a crossbow. Officers shot the man with a police-issued firearm during their initial response to the incident.
- Deputy Chief Constable Nicholas McLain described the shooting as an isolated incident, stating, "We understand the concern that this matter may cause within our communities, but there is no ongoing risk to the public." McLain added that officers respond professionally to all firearms reports.
- The Independent Office for Police Conduct has begun an assessment of the shooting as part of standard procedures following police-involved incidents. Enquiries remain ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding Friday's event.
- Police ask anyone with information, including CCTV or dashcam footage, to contact Gwent Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously, quoting log reference 2600220612. Witnesses are encouraged to assist officers investigating the Edward Street incident.
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A 21-year-old man armed with a crossbow was shot by police in Newport, South Wales. The injured man is in hospital and an investigation has been launched into the incident.
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