CCTV Shows Police Shoot-Out On London Streets

CCTV footage of a shoot-out between a criminal and a policeman on a north London street has been released.

Gunman Sedat Meric is seen in the video firing three shots into West Green Pool Bar, in Haringey, where officers from the National Crime Agency were conducting surveillance.

One officer appeared from behind a car, prompting Meric to turn and fire in their direction.

He is then seen running off while shooting eight times at the pursuing officer, who is shown returning fire.

Realising he had run out of ammunition, Meric discarded his firearm on the pavement and subsequently gave himself up to police. No one was injured.

Meric, aged 25, was found guilty of possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life at the Old Bailey, over the shoot-out in May.

His 22-year-old accomplice, Oktay Ayanoglu, was convicted of the same offence, although both men were acquitted of attempted murder.

DI Shaun Fitzgerald, from the Trident Gang Command, said: "Meric went out that evening intent on causing fear and intimidation and with no regard for who may have got caught up in the crossfire.

"Shooting at officers of the law highlights his complete disregard. I commend the officers from the National Crime Agency for their bravery in the face of an armed man.

"It is sheer luck that no one was injured as a result of this incident and it highlights the inherent dangers present when carrying a gun."

Meric and Ayanoglu will be sentenced on 9 January.