Awards for river rescue PCs

FOUR police officers who helped rescue a man from the River Mersey at Warrington were among those presented with awards at the Chief Constable’s awards night.
It was the first awards and commendations evening held in new Chief Constable Simon Byrne’s name and gave him a chance to get to know a bit more about the good work his officers have been undertaking.
The four officers involved in the Warrington incident were PC Michael Parr, PC Callum Rowland, PC Aiden Sharrock and PC Simon Moodley.
They received awards from the Liverpool Shipwreck and Humane Society, for their role in rescuing a man seen floating down the Mersey in Warrington.
Medals were given to officers for good conduct and 20 years’ service, while newly promoted sergeants were welcomed into their posts.
Thanks and farewells were given to retiring officers and staff, including former Chief Constable David Whatton, and a number of special awards and commendations were made too.
Among them was member of the public Richard Whitehouse, who received the Chief Constable’s Commendation for his outstanding public spiritedness in tracking down and subsequently detaining an arsonist outside his home.
Chief Constable Byrne said: “These awards are a terrific opportunity to recognise the hard work and dedication of our officers and staff.
“I was delighted to be in the company of these people for an evening of celebration, and feel proud of their commitment to the Force and the people of Cheshire whom we serve.”
Pictured: PCs Simon Moodley, Aiden Sharrock and Michael Parr are congratulated by Chief Constable Simon Byrne.