Dorset Police celebrates those going above and beyond at awards ceremony
The Force has recognised the incredible commitment of its officers, staff and volunteers alongside the bravery shown by members of the public at its latest awards ceremony.
The event was held on Tuesday 12 September 2023, and acknowledged their commitment to policing over decades of outstanding long service and good conduct to support the Force’s vision to make Dorset a safe county for everyone.
Detective Constable Simon ‘Jimmy’ Bond was awarded the Police Good Conduct and Long Service Medal alongside other colleagues, for his dedication, commitment and professionalism. During his career Jimmy has received numerous accolades, including a Chief Constable’s Commendation, Criminal Justice Awards and Divisional Commander Commendations. One most notably for his outstanding contribution to the safeguarding of children in Dorset, whereby he achieved an outstanding court result securing convictions for several offenders totalling more than 24 years imprisonment.
Additionally, a number of officers and staff from a range of teams and departments were awarded a Chief Constable’s Commendation, to celebrate their contribution to being tough on crime, keeping people safe and putting victims first.
A Chief Constable’s Commendation has been awarded to three members of the public: Emma Stevenson, Carole Collins and Matthew Jones, for their actions on 10 July 2022. They were all essential in preventing a victim suffering more serious injury when she was subjected to a sustained and terrifying assault at the hands of her partner. They acted quickly and bravely, to intervene and protect the victim to stop the actions of the offender.
Further Chief Constable Commendations have also been awarded to Detective Sergeant Mandy Lawrence for her dedication in securing a conviction of a dangerous offender in a child sexual exploitation case. In addition, Special Police Constable James Woodruff was recognised following the tragic murder of Sir Richard Sutton and the attempted murder of his wife Anne Schreiber. Alongside other colleagues, James did everything humanly possible to save the life of Anne Schreiber that night.
Chief Constable Amanda Pearson said: “These award ceremonies are an opportunity for us to recognise the dedication to public service and the courage, bravery and tenacity that our officers, staff and volunteers demonstrate on a daily basis, often putting themselves in harm’s way or going that extra mile to make Dorset a safe county for everyone.
“I was also proud to commend the members of the public who showed immense bravery to keep people safe. I am proud and inspired by them all, and their families and friends who support them day-in, day-out.
“Policing is made up of incredibly talented and dedicated people who go to work every day to do their very best in delivering an excellent service to our communities in Dorset by being tough on crime, keeping people safe and putting victims first.”
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