BRIDLINGTON — Live News Humberside Police have nominated PC Richard Broad, a student officer still...

Published: 4:18 am May 20, 2024
Updated: 11:52 am October 8, 2025
Student Police Officer Nominated for National Bravery Award After Detaining Armed Suspect

Humberside Police have nominated PC Richard Broad, a student officer still in his initial learning period, for the prestigious national Police Bravery Awards 2024. PC Broad’s nomination comes in recognition of his remarkable courage and quick thinking when faced with a dangerous armed suspect.

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The incident unfolded during a routine patrol of Bridlington seafront, where PC Broad and his tutor constable were alerted by CCTV operators to two individuals suspected of drug dealing. As they approached the suspects to conduct a stop and search, one fled on foot, leaving PC Broad alone with the second individual.

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