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Metropolitan Police Investigate Officers for Sleeping on Duty at Windsor Castle
The Metropolitan Police confirmed an investigation into officers from its royalty and specialist protection team after allegations that some were asleep or left posts unattended while assigned to protect the royal family at Windsor Castle. The force said the Independent Office for Police Conduct was notified and a decision on restricted duties is expected before the end of next week.
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The Metropolitan Police said an unspecified number of officers from its royalty and specialist protection team are under investigation following allegations that they were asleep or left posts unattended while on duty at Windsor Castle. The force stated that the allegations include officers leaving posts unattended and sleeping while on duty.
The Met’s directorate of professional standards launched an urgent investigation after concerns were raised, and the Independent Office for Police Conduct was informed.
The Met said the alleged behavior falls below the high standards expected of officers in frontline protective roles. A spokesperson stated that the directorate of professional standards is assessing whether any officers under investigation should be placed on restricted duties.
A decision on restricted duties is expected before the end of next week. The royal family has been informed of the investigation. Buckingham Palace declined to comment. The Sun first reported the story and said up to 30 officers were involved.
