Off-Duty UK Police Officers Foil Theft During Barcelona Stag Do

Sgt. Eren Emin and colleagues instinctively pursued and detained a thief at a Barcelona restaurant, demonstrating their commitment to duty even while off-duty.

• Sgt. Eren Emin and four other Metropolitan Police officers, on a stag do in Barcelona, chased down a man stealing electrical items from a restaurant.
• The officers caught the thief after a 50-meter chase and recovered all stolen items, including iPads and iPhones.
• Despite being off-duty and abroad, the officers’ instinct to uphold the law kicked in, leading to the successful apprehension.
• Local restaurant staff and Spanish police were surprised and appreciative of the officers' swift action.
• Emin, known for his off-duty interventions, highlighted the natural policing instincts that he and his colleagues share.

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