A shocking incident unfolded in Braunstone Town, Leicester, as 25-year-old Hari Mann was sentenced to three years in jail for impersonating a police officer and opening fire on an armed response unit. The case highlights the dangers faced by law enforcement and the potential consequences of such reckless actions. What prompted Mann to impersonate a police officer?
Impersonation and Confrontation
Hari Mann, dressed in a luminous vest and carrying an imitation firearm, was spotted in a car park in Braunstone Town, Leicester. The incident escalated when Mann pointed the weapon at a member of the public, prompting a swift response from armed police units.
As the confrontation unfolded, Mann opened fire on the armed response unit using the fake automatic weapon. However, a sharp-eyed officer quickly realized that the weapon only fired blanks, leading to Mann’s swift apprehension.
This is Hari Mann. He fired his weapon in a car park, posed as an armed police officer, threatened a member of the public & assaulted an emergency worker.
Barely a mention in the media …his sentence?
3 measly years of which he’ll serve half.
But social media posts… pic.twitter.com/9fkkYAXC3y
— Spirited1 (@helen_spirit1) February 3, 2025
Alarming Discoveries
Following Mann’s arrest, authorities conducted a search of his address, revealing a disturbing collection of items. A handgun, police-style uniforms, and handcuffs purchased online were among the discoveries made by law enforcement.
Further investigation uncovered two vehicles linked to Mann, both equipped with sirens and blue light equipment. These findings raised serious concerns about the extent of Mann’s impersonation activities and his intentions.
THIS MAN PRETENDED TO BE A POLICE OFFICER AND FIRED SHOTS AT PEOPLE AND ONLY GET 3 YRS IN JAIL🤧
Leicester, UK – Leicestershire Police have received praise for their rapid and effective response after a man was jailed for firearms offences. Hari Mann, 25, was sentenced to three… pic.twitter.com/GBUKnITXK3
— The Baraka Show (@Barakabihimo) February 3, 2025
Legal Consequences and Community Impact
Mann pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including possession of an imitation firearm with intent to cause fear, modifying an imitation firearm, impersonating a police officer, and assaulting an emergency worker. The severity of his actions resulted in a three-year jail sentence.
Detective Inspector Hazel Sandall emphasized the gravity of the situation, stating, “The items uncovered by officers as the investigation progressed were deeply concerning.” The incident had a significant impact on the local community, with nearby properties evacuated as a precautionary measure.
