A man shot and killed by police officers in Launceston’s CBD on Tuesday has been identified as a 34-year-old local.
The man, whose name has not been released, died in hospital after sustaining two gunshot wounds to the chest.
He was shot after he refused to drop a knife he had reportedly been using to threaten members of the public.
A police officer struck in the cheek by a bullet during the incident is in a stable condition following surgery.
“He is in good spirits,” a Tasmania Police spokesperson said.
“The officer and his family are being supported by the wellbeing support team and colleagues.”
“Our thoughts continue to be with all those involved in yesterday’s tragic incident.”
Professional Standards is investigating the incident, as is the coroner.
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