Man dies after being shot by police

A man has died after being shot by police during a hold-up at a petrol station. The incident happened at around 02:00 in Libhošt’, northern Moravia. Police have arrested one other assailant and a third man escaped. The 24 year-old, who has not been named, was rushed to hospital but died on the way. The Interior Ministry has said that it is investigating the shooting, but is unwilling to comment at this stage.

Author: Rosie Johnston