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Man shot by police in Bedford was 'harmless', say neighbours
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Man shot by police in Bedford was 'harmless', say neighbours

BBC News · May 13, 2026, 4:12 PM · Also reported by 2 other sources

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As an investigation into the shooting continues, residents say the man who died was a "decent guy".

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