A British police officer was shot dead today while investigating a "domestic-related incident" at a house in Shrewsbury, West Mercia Police said.
Officers had been confronted by a man with a firearm after being called to the house in New Park Road in the Shropshire town at 6.10am.
The shot officer was taken to hospital where he was pronounced dead.
A man in his 30s was found dead at the house and a firearm removed from the scene.
Police said they were not seeking anyone else in connection with the shooting. They said no one else suffered any injuries and appealed for any witnesses to come forward.
"The thoughts of everyone are with the family of our officer and others affected by this incident at this desperately sad time," said Chief Constable Paul West.
"A thorough investigation into all the circumstances surrounding this incident will be carried out in close consultation with the Independent Police Complaints Commission," he added.