PC honoured for ‘decisive’ action in saving woman’s life
AN ESSEX Police officer who led a distressed woman away from the edge of a hospital rooftop has been commended by Chief Constable Stephen Kavanagh.
PC Shane Robinson was on a routine patrol when he was alerted to the incident at Southend Hospital. The woman had got onto the roof and was sitting at the edge of the building.
PC Robinson quickly gained access to the roof and began talking to the woman. After spending 45 minutes building up a rapport with her, the Southend officer was able to accompany her back to safety.
PC Robinson has been commended for his role in the incident, which took place in August last year, during a special awards ceremony at Essex Police headquarters.
He was praised for his decisive action and compassion, which ensured the woman’s safety.
Presenting the commendations, one of the highest honours a chief constable can give, Mr Kavanagh said: “Leadership is not about rank or insignia – it’s what we carry inside. These officers are truly brave, truly remarkable and these commendations show what we really do and what support we give.
“This day is to say thank you for remarkable police work and to stop and recognise the tremendous acts you do on a daily basis. This truly is British policing at its finest.”
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