A PERSON has been shot dead by police in the area of New Zealand where famous fugitive Tom Phillips has been hiding with his three kids.
Tom disappeared into the wild almost four years ago, and has evaded capture despite an intense ongoing search and numerous sightings.
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Police remained at the scene in Waitomo, in western Waikato early Monday morning.
It’s understood police responded to a burglary, and this led to a a confrontation.
Tom was last spotted a few weeks ago on CCTV robbing a shop before making off on a quadbike.
A police officer was shot before another officer opened fire and shot the suspect, who died at the scene.
A second person was arrested, Police Commissioner Richard Chambers said.
The Commissioner said: “Police were called about 2.30am to a Waitomo address after reports of a burglary at a commercial property.”
A man was shot by police during an exchange of fire, he said.
Chambers continued: “The man was provided immediate first aid, however died at the scene.
“The officer was taken to hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
“A significant police operation is underway.”
A message to police staff revealed the officer was conscious and talking.
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