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Police Shot and Killed 28-Year-Old in Milan – Allegedly Threatened Them with a Gun

Published January 26, 2026, 21:05
Police Shot and Killed 28-Year-Old in Milan – Allegedly Threatened Them with a Gun

A 28-year-old man was fatally shot by police in Milan last night. According to initial reports, the incident occurred during a drug trafficking check when police officers in plain clothes were allegedly threatened with a gun by the man. Italian media reports that one of the officers reacted by firing, resulting in the man's death. Investigations revealed that the weapon was a blank-firing pistol. The Italian Interior Minister stated that no protection will be given to anyone, but requested 'no premature convictions'. The Minister of Transport emphasized that he is 'on the side of the police, without any hesitation'.