Police officer praised after saving man's life on Christmas Day
The officer from Doncaster pulled a man to safety before falling from a bridge
A South Yorkshire Police officer has been commended for his bravery and quick thinking after saving a man's life on Christmas Day.
PC Conna Clarke was on duty in Doncaster when he was called to help a man who was in distress on the North Bridge on December 25th.
When he arrived at the scene, he saw the man climb over the barrier of the bridge, rushing out of his car to stop the man from falling.
PC Clarke jumped out of the car immediately and held on to the man to stop him from falling, before using his own body strength to pull the man over the barrier, after which the man was given support from medical professionals.
Speaking about the case, Response Inspector Christopher Milnes praised PC Clarke's actions, showing the bravery of police officers.
"It's clear to me that PC Clarke's actions saved that person's life as he showed great reactions, skill and aptitude to protect the man by detaining him and bringing him to safety," he said.
"Following the incident, PC Clarke and a colleague then built up a rapport with the man to understand more about his background and situation before he was brought under the care of ambulance staff.
"Protecting the public is at the core of what our police officers do day in, day out and PC Clarke's actions that day really bring this into perspective.
"He really is a credit to Doncaster district and a credit to the force, and I know the public will share our gratitude in thanking PC Clarke for his life-saving actions on Christmas Day."