🚨 Breaking News: Tragic Incident in Redditch on Christmas Eve A 39-year-old man tragically lost his life after being shot by armed police in Redditch on Christmas Eve. 🔴 What Happened? A five-hour standoff followed reports of a man armed with a knife. Despite negotiations, the man was shot at around 7:40 pm and pronounced dead shortly after. 🔍 Investigation Underway The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) is investigating the incident, as is standard in cases like this, to ensure transparency and accountability. #Redditch #ChristmasEve #TragicIncident #PoliceInvestigation #IOPC #Condolences #CommunitySupport