Serious incident unfolds as police officer confirmed dead following shooting in Tasmania's north-west
The male police officer was attending a rural property on Allison Road near North Motton when he was shot just after 11am.
A member of the public allegedly shot the officer as he approached the house.
Another officer subsequently discharged their firearm towards the alleged offender, who then surrendered to police.
In a statement, Tasmania Police said there was "no ongoing threat to the wider community", but the public should "avoid the area".
The alleged offender was not seriously injured.
Police have established a crime scene and Allison Road has been manned by officers at the intersections of Walkers Road, Preston Road and Saltmarshs Road.
"This is a traumatic incident and wellbeing support is being provided to those involved and affected," Tasmania Police said in a statement.
"As is normal process in any serious incident involving police, a full Professional Standards investigation is underway."
The coroner has been notified of the shooting and has attended the scene.
More to come.
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