FOUR Essex police officers have been commended for their bravery and courageousness during difficult and dangerous situations.<\/p>\n
Each officer was bestowed with a commendation by Chief Constable Ben-Julian Harrington at an Award Ceremony at Essex Police Headquarters.<\/p>\n
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Amongst the officers honoured were PC Daniel Smith, who gave emergency first aid to a man who was severely injured by multiple stab wounds.<\/p>\n
Daniel and an unnamed colleague were commended for their tenacity, professionalism and dedication whilst attempting to save a man\u2019s life.<\/p>\n
Sgt Tony Short was also recognised for putting his own life at risk to save a young woman who was threatening to jump of a bridge at a railway station.<\/p>\n
Tony managed to reach across the bridge railing to prevent the individual from jumping before pulling her to safety over the barrier.<\/p>\n
Tony was commended for his bravery and professionalism which undoubtedly prevented the young woman from taking her own life.<\/p>\n
Sgt Richard Ambrose and PC Matthew Parker also encountered a similar situation in March 2018.<\/p>\n
Richard and Matthew both approached a man who was intending to jump from a bridge onto a busy carriageway below.<\/p>\n
Both officers took the decision to put themselves at risk by pulling the man back over the barrier to safety.<\/p>\n
The decisive actions of both officers indisputably saved the vulnerable man\u2019s life.<\/p>\n
After the officers had received their awards, Deputy Police and Crime Commissioner for Essex, Jane Gardener paid tribute to the individuals: \u201cI would like to say thank you for the outstanding contribution you have made in a range of difficult circumstances.<\/p>\n
One of the things I\u2019ve always found with the officers I see is their absolute compassion in spite of the challenging situations they are confronted with.\u201d<\/p>\n
One other officer, DC Joanne Smith from Suffolk Constabulary and a member of the public, Mr Dilshad Rijabe, also received awards for their bravery.<\/p>\n
Chief Constable Harrington, said: \u201cIt brings me great pleasure to host these ceremonies to celebrate ordinary individuals taking extra-ordinary steps to help save the lives of others, protect the vulnerable and keep the people of Essex safe.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt might be what our officers, staff and volunteers do on a daily basis but their actions are courageous and I take great pride in being able to award them.\u201d<\/p>\n
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