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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Ted Hennessey

Officers who confronted Southport killer recognised with bravery awards

Pc Luke Holden, PCSO Timothy Parry and Sergeant Gregory Gillespie have been recognised for their bravery in confronting and detaining Southport knife attacker Axel Rudakubana (Merseyside Police Federation/PA) - (PA Media)

Three police officers who faced down Southport knife attacker Axel Rudakubana during his killing spree have been honoured for their bravery.

Sergeant Gregory Gillespie, Constable Luke Holden and police community support officer (PCSO) Timothy Parry were the first officers to arrive on the scene at the Taylor Swift-themed workshop on July 29 last year.

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