Police fatally shot a man with a knife during a standoff on Christmas Eve in Redditch, UK.

A 39-year-old man was fatally shot by armed police in Redditch, Worcestershire, on Christmas Eve after concerns were raised for his safety while he was in possession of a knife. West Midlands Ambulance Service called the police to the address, and a negotiator tried to resolve the situation over several hours. The man was shot at around 7:40 pm and pronounced dead shortly after. The incident has been referred to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) for investigation.

December 25, 2024
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