A woman was punched in the face while defending two police officers.
Angela Sheridan, 72, from Litherland was assaulted in June 2021, as she tried to stop two men from attacking two police community support officers. The officers had seized an electric bike from the youths that was not road legal.
Three other men surrounded the officers and attempted to take the bike back. Angela, who had seen what was happening, stepped in but was punched in the face.
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The 72-year-old won a Gold Medal at last night's National Police Public Bravery Awards for "showing her commitment to keeping her local community safe". The awards, organised by the National Police Chiefs’ Council, recognise the assistance provided by members of the public who have intervened to foil criminal acts and come to the aid of others.
Angela said: “I was very surprised to be nominated for a Police Public Bravery Award. I acted on instinct, stepping in to help the officers felt like the right thing to do. I’ve had a fantastic time at the event, hearing about the many acts of bravery up and down the country. Thank you to the organisers for this special award.”
Chief Constable Serena Kennedy and Merseyside’s Police Commissioner Emily Spurrell attended the event and presented the 72-year-old with her award.
Merseyside's Police Commissioner Emily Spurrell said: “Congratulations to all the winners and nominees at Police Public Bravery Awards. It was inspiring to hear incredible stories of bravery from individuals stepping in to support the police and protect others.
“I was particularly proud to see Angela from Merseyside awarded a gold medal for her courageous efforts – well-deserved recognition and a true example of the public supporting our policing colleagues in their hour of need.”
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