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Metropolitan Police Investigate Officers Over Lost Firearms Bag

4/4/2026

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On April 3, 2026, Metropolitan Police announced an investigation after five officers protecting London Mayor Sadiq Khan were removed from frontline duties following allegations they left a bag containing an MP5 carbine, a Glock pistol, a Taser, and ammunition on a south London street.
The bag was found by a member of the public on March 31, 2026.
The Metropolitan Police recovered the items within seven minutes of the report.

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Story summary

On April 3, 2026, Metropolitan Police announced an investigation after five officers protecting London Mayor Sadiq Khan were removed from frontline duties following allegations they left a bag containing an MP5 carbine, a Glock pistol, a Taser, and ammunition on a south London street.
The bag was found by a member of the public on March 31, 2026.
The Metropolitan Police recovered the items within seven minutes of the report.