In February this year, PC Kerri Trickey (pictured right) bravely confronted a teenager who was believed to be carrying a firearm – later determined to be a replica – in Newport town centre on the Isle of Wight.
The firearm was pointed directly at PC Trickey, who heard a click as the trigger was pulled, but the weapon did not fire. PC Trickey was then assaulted with the weapon, causing a deep cut on her brow, and was further assaulted as she tried to arrest the teenager.
Good Samaritan
A member of the public, Mr Grant Higgs (pictured left), was walking by at the time of this incident and immediately rushed to assist PC Trickey while she was still subduing the suspect and attempting to hold them on the ground.
Next to arrive on the scene was PC Matt Brading, who was able to calmly and efficiently manage the scene and all subjects, including PC Trickey. He took control of the detained suspect and supervised immediate first aid for PC Trickey, supported by Mr Higgs, and moved the weapon away.
The teenager was arrested and PC Trickey was taken to hospital to treat her injuries.
Unwavering courage and determination
At an awards ceremony held at the Riverside Centre, Newport, on 16th November this year, PC Trickey was awarded the District Commander’s Congratulations for going above and beyond the call of duty by showing unwavering courage, determination and exemplary professional standards in the face of grave danger, and while injured and impaired.
Awarded for courage and bravery
Mr Higgs, a real life Good Samaritan, was awarded for his courage and bravery by coming to the aid of a police officer in distress, and demonstrating incredible compassion for a stranger.
PC Brading, who was unable to attend the ceremony, was awarded for his leadership, comradeship, expertise and decision-making under extreme adversity.
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