So if I asked PC Bloggs or Norma the body frisker at Heathrow to look after my bag while I popped off for a sit down and cuppa at Starbucks, he/she would say "no probs me old mate, you take your time"?
But it's not Heathrow, is it?
Mutleyfour was shown a little camaraderie and understanding by some fellow Borthers/Sisters in Arms who wear the same uniform and cap badge, in much the same way the PC Bloggs in your scenario would cut some slack to a fellow civvy plod.