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Heroic Sergeant Dives into Danger to Save Drowning Woman
13 Sep
Summary
- Off-duty officer plunged into Liverpool Bay to rescue a struggling woman.
- He battled strong currents for 150 meters to reach the unconscious victim.
- The rescued woman made a full recovery after a brief hospital stay.
Merseyside Police Sergeant Dave Hicks received special recognition for a life-saving rescue in Liverpool Bay on August 17, 2024. Honored at a ceremony in Liverpool Parish Church, Sgt Hicks was celebrated for his extraordinary act of bravery in saving a woman from drowning. He responded to reports of two individuals in distress and, after securing one person, located a second woman 150 meters offshore and struggling to stay afloat.
Sgt Hicks instinctively entered the water without his protective gear, assisted by a member of the public. They fought challenging currents to reach the unconscious woman, who was submerged. After bringing her to shore, Hicks expressed immense relief upon hearing her breathe. The woman recovered fully after a short hospital stay, with police commending Hicks for his leadership, resilience, and selflessness.
