Support H-Hour on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hkpodcasts ********** Tony Long is a retired Metropolitan Police firearms officer who killed 3 people during his 25-year career with Scotland Yard, the most recent of which was a high-profile shooting incident in 2005. He was cleared of murder charges in 2015 after standing trial for the death of Azelle Rodney, a a mid-level career criminal at the time of the shooting and who was wanted by police in connection with two stabbings.

In this conversation, Tony discusses the complexities surrounding the arming of police officers in the UK, the changing landscape of crime, and the cultural influences that shape criminal behaviour. He emphasizes the moral and practical implications of police training and accountability, while also addressing the challenges faced by law enforcement in a rapidly evolving society. The discussion highlights the need for reform in police investigations and the importance of understanding the cultural context of crime.