- A man is run over and killed by a police car
- An investigation into the matter is launched
A man has died after being hit by a police car on Flinders Island.
Tasmania Police say the man died after being hit by a police vehicle driven by an on-duty officer on Saturday night.
Emergency crews were called to Lady Barron at 9pm
The police officer involved was not injured, but the Lackrana man, aged in his 60s, died at the scene.
“Support is being offered for the well-being of all those affected, and our thoughts are with the man’s family and loved ones at this tragic time,” Tasmania Police said in a statement on Sunday.
‘As is our normal process, a full professional standards investigation will be conducted to determine the circumstances surrounding the accident.’
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 131 444.
Tasmania Police say the man died after being hit by a police vehicle driven by an on-duty officer on Saturday night (file image)
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