Danny selected for Red Caps

A former Felpham Community College pupil is ready to keep law and order all over the world.

Lance Corporal Danny Scargill has completed the tough course to become a military police officer with the famous Red Caps.

Danny (18) is one of a select group of young soldiers who can officially wear the striking red beret of the army's police and be sent to any military base across the globe.

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He said: 'I chose the Royal Military Police because I wanted a new challenge and they offer the courses I want.

'I enjoy keeping fit and that's another aspect of the job that makes police work interesting.

'Although I'm starting with 114 Provost Company, in Germany, in the RMP we tend to move around more often than the average soldier so the world is my beat.'

Danny '“ whose proud parents Tim and Colleen live in Bognor Regis '“ attended Felpham Community College before he joined the army last year. Becoming an RMP officer involves 23 weeks of dedicated work and long hours of study.

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Candidates have to absorb information on all aspects of law and order as well as proving their ability to deal with suspects and victims in potentially emotional or dangerous situations.

Report writing and revision must be slotted in around demanding physical training. The final stage of the course involves candidates working in shifts to man a simulated police station around the clock.

Incidents can come in at any time. Any interviews are filmed for assessment.

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