Chapter Forty-Two – DCI BeckleySunday 3 January 2015. Midday
Specialist firearms officers from Blackrock training facility are poised beside the armed response vehicles.
Each officer is shielded by a heavy ballistic-resistant black vest, strapped with a mobile phone, standard Airwave radio, a second radio to communicate with fellow AFOs, and a 50,000-volt Taser g*n.
A Glock 17 pistol is secured neatly at each waistline, alongside an ASP baton, Pava incapacitating spray and quick cuffs. In their arms, the officers grip lightweight Heckler & Koch G36 assault rifles.
Jenkinson stands authoritatively, advising his team of the tactical operations they are to undertake. His officers listen attentively, showing their respect. He commands everyone's attention with his forceful tone and positiv
