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The officer was fired on as he entered the front of the house. A second officer at the scene exchanged fire with the man, wounding him in the hand. The suspect ultimately turned himself in and was transported to a hospital for treatment. The OPP have since said there is no further threat to the public and a crime scene has been set up. The coroner has been notified as well.
Officer Recognised for His Service
Tasmania Police Commissioner Donna Adams addressed reporters after the shooting, describing the officer as a “dedicated, reliable police officer” with whom she had served for 25 years. She said ensuring the safety of officers is of utmost concern and the shooting has been highly distressing.
“We know that policing is dangerous, we acknowledge that, but we want every officer to complete their shift and go home to their families,” she said.
A veteran and senior sergeant was working with the officer at the scene. But even as he was being savagely beaten, his partner managed to radio for help - something NYPD Commissioner James O'Neill said amounted to an act of bravery "under extraordinary conditions." At this time, the officer’s name is not being released so that his family has an opportunity to be notified and to grieve in private.
And has launched an Investigation and Support Effort
An inquiry was underway into the incident. Support services have been made available to all those directly involved or affected. Tasmanian Premier Jeremy Rockliff extended his condolences, describing the episode as a “heartbreaking tragedy” and offering support to the officer’s family, colleagues, and community. “The love of the whole state is with you today,” he added.
Fatal shootings are rare in Australia when considered alongside the world’s other wealthy nations after the country enacted some of the world’s strictest gun laws following the 1996 Port Arthur massacre, which left 35 people dead.
