A man believed to be armed with a handgun was shot dead by police following...
Published: 6:56 am December 29, 2025
Updated: 5:18 pm February 15, 2026
Man Shot Dead by Police After 'Handgun' Crash in Norfolk Market Town

A man believed to be armed with a handgun was shot dead by police following a two-vehicle crash in Thetford, Norfolk.

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Armed Suspect Shot at Scene of Crash

Norfolk Police were called to London Road at around 8.30pm on Sunday after reports of a collision involving two vehicles. The driver of one car fled the scene holding what officers described as a handgun.

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“We are cooperating fully with the IOPC and will provide all bodycam footage and 999 call recordings to ensure transparency. We are not seeking anyone else in connection with the incident.”

 

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