Armed cop arrested over airfield gifts
An Essex Police spokesman confirmed it was looking into allegations that an officer received undeclared gifts.It is understood an investigation was launched after the tactical adviser’s wife discovered he was having an affair.

The officer was suspended from duties while the professional standards team investigates.He facilitated the arrivals at Stansted’s private area.A source said: “It would appear the officer found out that hell hath no fury like a woman scorned.The officer did not comment but a person at his home said: “He doesn’t want to talk about it.”
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The veteran, in his 50s, is said to have dealt with royalty, politicians, business tycoons and oil sheiks flying on private jets.“His wife apparently found out the officer was seeing a female tennis player and shopped him over stuff he is said to have had at his house, though he denies doing anything wrong.”Under police rules, officers cannot accept hospitality, gifts or gratuities that could compromise their impartiality.AN armed officer at a private airfield has been arrested for allegedly failing to declare gifts from VIP travellers.
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She is said to have taken some items to a police station. He was arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and has been released under investigation.