Investigation underway into death of police officer at WA Police facility

What happened?

A police officer has died at a Western Australia Police facility in Perth. The officer was found unresponsive at the facility on Tuesday afternoon and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The circumstances surrounding the officer's death are still under investigation, but police have said there are no suspicious circumstances. The officer's name has not yet been released.

What is being done?

The WA Police Force is investigating the officer's death. The investigation is being led by the Major Crime Division.

The WA Police Force is also providing support to the officer's family and colleagues.

What has been said?

WA Police Commissioner Chris Dawson said the officer's death was a tragedy.

"Our thoughts are with the officer's family and colleagues at this difficult time," Commissioner Dawson said.

"We are committed to investigating the circumstances surrounding the officer's death and providing support to those affected."

What else do we know?

The officer was a member of the WA Police Force for 10 years.

The officer was stationed at the WA Police facility in Perth.

The officer's death is the first death of a WA Police officer in the line of duty since 2014.

What are people saying?

The death of the police officer has shocked and saddened the WA community.

WA Premier Mark McGowan said the officer's death was a "tragic loss".

"Our thoughts are with the officer's family, friends and colleagues at this difficult time," Premier McGowan said.

"The officer's death is a reminder of the dangers that our police officers face every day."