Royal guards probed for ‘sleeping on duty’ at Windsor Castle

WorldPolitics
17 May 2026 • 6:02 PM MYT
The Independent
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Royal guards probed for ‘sleeping on duty’ at Windsor Castle

  • Metropolitan Police officers responsible for protecting the royal family at Windsor Castle are currently under investigation.
  • The probe follows allegations that officers fell asleep and abandoned their posts while on duty.
  • The Met's Directorate of Professional Standards (DPS) has launched a formal investigation, with The Sun reporting that about 30 officers are under scrutiny.
  • The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has been informed, but the Met will conduct the local inquiry.
  • A decision is anticipated by the end of next week regarding whether any of the officers will be placed on restrictive duties.

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