A man who fired a gun into a pool hall before turning the weapon on police has been convicted.

Appearing at the Old Bailey this week, Sedat Meric, of Deansway, in Edmonton, was found guilty of possession of a firearm with the intent to endanger life.

Oktay Ayanoglu, 22, was also convicted of the same offence.

Meric and Ayanoglu fired three shots into the West Green Pool Bar in Haringey on May 23.

But National Crime Agency were carrying out surveillance in the area and spotted Meric as he shot into the pool hall.

Meric turned his fire towards NCA officers before running off and continuing to shoot at officers.

After realising he had run out of ammunition, Meric dropped the gun on the pavement and gave himself up.

Ayanoglu was arrested running from the scene.

Meric and Ayanoglu are due to sentenced at the same court on January 9.

Both were acquitted of attempted murder.

Three days after the original incident, officers arrested a 34 year-old man and 21-year-old man in connection with the investigation.

The 34-year-old was subsequently charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life; however the case against him was later dropped at court.

No further action was ultimately taken in relation to the 21-year-old.

Detective Inspector Shaun Fitzgerald of Trident Gang Command said: "Meric went out that evening intent on causing fear and intimidation and with no regard for who may have got caught up in the crossfire. Shooting at officers of the law highlights his complete disregard.

“I commend the officers from the National Crime Agency for their bravery in the face of an armed man. It is sheer luck that no one was injured as a result of this incident and it highlights the inherent dangers present when carrying a gun."

Rob Lewin, Head of the agency's specialist operations unit, said: ''The NCA officer demonstrated professionalism and bravery in the face of extreme danger.

“All NCA firearms officers are trained to the highest standards; the measured and proportionate actions of the officer protected the public in what was a highly volatile situation.''