Do you have a gun?

This is always the first question any Cub will ask a police officer when they meet. And our Cubs were no different!

On a fine sunny evening in July, the Cub pack were treated to a visit from two members of our local police force. PC Kevin Rawcliffe  and PC Nick Coen gave up some of their time to visit and talk about their job as a police officer. They were greeted by the first question as above, and the next question was... Have you ever killed anybody? (Thanks Harry!).

The police officers and their kit

After questions and answers about their time in the police and how they help fight crime it was time for the cubs to look at equipment. First up were the walkie talkies with one group at one side of the field and the rest at the other side. But they werent very talkative - we just had Max asking May what she had for her tea!!

I dont think smiling is the usual response to being handcuffed!

Next were the handcuffs. I wouldnt particularly want to be handcuffed but all the cubs did! One by one they were cuffed either front or back. And let's hope that is the only time they ever get handcuffed!

Nee-Narrr Nee-Narr Nee-Narr!

After showing the cubs the crime kits the police carry around in the car - including incident tape and bags - it was time for the fun bit! Time to wake up the neighbours! On with the sirens and the flashing lights!!! 

And then it was time for home - with big thanks to Kevin and Nick for their time.

Phil