A gunman who tried to cause “fear and intimidation” when he fired shots into a pool hall before turning his weapon on police has been jailed.

Sedat Meric, of Deansway, Edmonton, will spend 15 years behind bars for his part in the shooting in West Green Road, Haringey, last May.

The 26-year-old was jailed for 15 years at the Old Bailey yesterday for possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life. A six-year sentence for possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear will run concurrently.

His accomplice, 22-year-old Oktay Ayanoglu, of White Hart Lane, Haringey, was jailed for 12 years for possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life.

Both were acquitted of attempted murder.

Just before 11pm on May 23, 2014, officers from the National Crime Agency were patrolling the area after receiving a tip-off that a person’s life was under threat.

Having been unable to locate the victim, officers went to West Green Road to search for potential suspects.

But there they witnessed Meric approach the West Green Pool Bar with Ayanoglu, and fire three shots inside.

When officers identified themselves, Meric’s reaction was to turn and fire in their direction before running off and shooting eight times at the officers - who were forced to return fire.

When Meric realised he had run out of ammunition, he discarded his the gun and gave himself up.

Nobody was injured and officers then arrested Meric.

Ayanoglu was arrested running away from the scene.

Detective Inspector Shaun Fitzgerald, from the 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 NCA'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 officers protected the public in what was a highly volatile situation.''