News · 17 May 2026
Royal security probed after 30 officers caught sleeping
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Security for King Charles is under scrutiny following claims that armed police officers fell asleep while on duty. An immediate inquiry has been launched concerning as many as 30 officers assigned to royal security, who are part of the Metropolitan Police Service's Royalty and Specialist Protection command. These officers are being probed for alleged misconduct during their guard duties at Windsor Castle.
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