Armed police who gave up weapons 'bullied and intimidated' by bosses

ARMED police who chose not to carry guns after a Met officer was charged with murder have been "bullied, intimidated and given career ultimatums", it has been claimed.

- Paul Jeeves

Mark Williams, chief of the Police Firearms Officers Association, said some members have been threatened with sanctions by senior figures.

Officers have expressed concerns about carrying guns following the murder charge of an unnamed colleague allegedly involved with the fatal shooting of rap musician Chris Kaba.

Mr Williams said: "I am have saddened to received several emails from firearms officers from various forces who have been bullied, intimidated and given ultimatums about their careers because they have suspended their firearms authorisations to consider their position and discuss the issue with their families after recent events.