Warwickshire officers, staff and specials recognised for their bravery and dedication

Warwickshire police officers, staff and specials have received awards for their service to their communities at a special ceremony held earlier this week.

Chief Constable Alex Franklin-Smith shared how very proud he was to recognise the very best of our force alongside heroic members of the public too.

The Chief presented awards for courageous acts, recognising good work and congratulating members of our workforce for outstanding contributions to providing efficient and effective first-class professional services to Warwickshire Police and our communities.

20, 30 and 40 years' long service and good conduct medals were also awarded, along with a Special Constabulary Long Service Medal for nine or more years' service. 

One such officer who received an award was PC Kayleigh Macdonald, who was at Warwick Hospital A&E with her baby in February 2024 when she noticed another patient becoming increasingly hostile and resistant to officers accompanying her.

Despite being off duty, on maternity leave and without any protective equipment, Kayleigh made the difficult decision to intervene and gave her support to safeguard the individual and protect the welfare of other patients and families awaiting care. In the process, Kayleigh received an injury to her leg. 

Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Seccombe said: “We’ve heard of the bravery of those who have confronted and contained serious violence.

“We also pay tribute to those who conduct painstaking investigations, bringing justice to those who need it most.

“My takeaway is that there is a remarkable bond between our police force and our communities. The selflessness displayed here reminds us that true partnership is built upon trust and respect.”

Keep an eye out on Warwickshire Police’s social media in the coming days as we shared some of the stories of our officers and staff who went above and beyond their roles to protect their communities and their colleagues.