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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
James Manning

‘Hero’ bus driver who was sacked after catching a thief demands apology as he slams former employer

Mark Hehir wants an apology from Metroline (Mark Hehir/PA) - (PA Media)

A bus driver dismissed after he intervened to retrieve a passenger’s stolen necklace has stated he would "be very happy" if his former employer, Metroline, issued an apology, though he has no desire to return to his job.

Mark Hehir, 62, was sacked after he pursued a thief who snatched a passenger’s necklace, subsequently knocking them out in self-defence when they returned.

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