PC Andrew Wienand even had a pickaxe thrown at him during the incident last year – but still managed to scare the raiders off

A Metropolitan Police Officer who defied middle of the night violent jewellery thieves – whilst he was off duty and dressed in just his boxer shorts – has been nominated for The National Police Bravery Awards.
PC Andrew Wienand even had a pickaxe thrown at him during the incident last year – but still managed to scare the raiders off.
It was around 3.30am on May 31 2019 when PC Wienand, a newly qualified officer who was safely tucked up in bed in his 123. And we look forward to seeing them all in person – and revealing regional and national winners – when the time is right in 2021.”
The National Police Bravery Awards are sponsored by Police Mutual.
John Perks, Chief Executive Officer of Police Mutual, said: “Police Mutual is, as always, proud to be supporting the National Police Bravery Awards in its 25th anniversary year. Despite having to postpone the original ceremony, the officers’ courage has never been forgotten – they all showed commitment to keeping the public safe in the most demanding of circumstances.
“We very much look forward to meeting all the nominated officers in July 2021 for the ceremony, and our chance to give our thanks in person.”