THE Met’s acting Commissioner has praised the actions of five officers from the force who were nominated for their outstanding conduct in the face of danger at the Police Federation Bravery Awards 2022.
The winners of the overall national and regional awards, who were selected from 76 nominations received from 39 forces of eight regions in England and Wales, were announced at the central London event last Thursday (July 14).
Sir Steve House said: “I’m delighted that the bravery of all these Met officers has been recognised. Their actions exemplify what policing is about and I am incredibly proud of them and the courage and compassion they showed.”
PC Aksit Ekrem
London region winner was awarded to PC Aksit Ekrem, who was violently attacked with a sword after attending a domestic call in Dagenham in November 2020. Whilst in the living room of the property, a man in his sixties suddenly lunged at him with the weapon, but he still managed to arrest and handcuff him before more officers arrived on the scene. PC Ekrem had to have a five hour operation on his hand and take six months off work to recover to full fitness. Anthony Browne, 62, was later convicted of grievous bodily harm with intent and sentenced to seven years in prison.
PC Ekrem, said: “It was surreal to hear my name announced as region winner, but absolutely amazing at the same time. I don’t see myself as a hero as I think I did what any police officer would have done, but it’s really nice to be recognised.”
The other Met nominees were PC Ben Shaylor, PC Ali Khan and PC James Whittaker, PC Stephanie Clarke and PC Stephanie Clarke.