Man shot by police officer in leafy Surrey village last week has died as watchdog opens investigation

The man in his 20s was shot by armed officers at the scene.

He was taken to hospital in a critical condition during the early hours of Sunday morning and died on Thursday.

In a statement released at the time, the force confirmed that one of the two people involved in the street fight was a "man armed with a weapon" - and added that officers had seized said weapon.

Police added that the pair were known to each other, and said there is no risk to the wider public following the incident.

Following the shooting, the force referred itself to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) - a necessity due to the man's serious injuries.

The IOPC said an officer fired a single shot.

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Officers provided first aid at the scene and requested an ambulance.

The man's next of kin have been informed about his death.

IOPC regional director Mel Palmer said: "This is a tragic incident during which a man sadly lost his life.

"We have met with the man's family to explain our role.

"Our thoughts are with them and everyone affected by this incident.

"Fatal police shootings are rare.

"Given a person has died it's important that an independent investigation is carried out to establish the circumstances surrounding this incident, including police actions and decision-making, and the use of lethal force."