Two law enforcement officer who faced a big dog that fatally assaulted a 10-year-old boy have actually been applauded for their bravery. Sergeants Isabelle Coulson and Ross Phillips were amongst the very first to participate in the scene of a Caerphilly house where an XL Bully killed Jack Lis.
Jack was at a friend’s house in Penyrheol, Caerphilly, in November 2021 when the 43.7kg dog called Beast whipped him. A Police Federation representative said: “Thinking rapidly, PS Coulson and PS Phillips showed the utmost bravery and created a strategy to go into the property. While PS Coulson sidetracked the dog PS Phillips had the ability to go into your house and address Jack.
“The dog nevertheless attempted to get away from the property however PS Phillips handled to keep the dog within, safeguarding other members of the general public who were outdoors. PS Phillips handled to get Jack outdoors and far from the dog however unfortunately discovered that Jack had actually passed away from his injuries.”
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Beast was shot dead by armed authorities. Brandon Hayden, 19, of Penyrheol, was secured for 4 and a half years while Amy Salter, 29, of Trethomas, was imprisoned for 3 years after both confessed to being in charge of a precariously out of control dog. The dog was not a prohibited breed in the UK however Jack’s mum Emma has called for stricter dog laws to protect people.
Sergeants Coulson and Phillips have actually been chosen ahead of the National Police Bravery Awards 2023. Gwent Police Federation chairman Matthew Candy said: “The brave actions undertaken by both officers show their complete selflessness and dedication to their roles as police officers. Both Isabelle and Ross acted professionally in such dreadful circumstances and they did all they could to preserve life. They showed compassion and care for the victim but also did all that they could to protect the public and their colleagues on who attended this tragic incident. On behalf of our federation branch I would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Jack’s family and friends.”
Assistant primary constable Mark Hobrough, of Gwent Police, said: “Our thoughts remain with the family and friends of Jack who sadly died as a result of this harrowing and shocking case which has left a huge impact on our communities. Both of these sergeants showed outstanding bravery. Their actions exemplify the character and professionalism of officers across the country who place themselves into dangerous or life-threatening situations. Isabelle and Ross are both a credit to policing and I would like to congratulate them, on behalf of Gwent Police, for their nomination.”
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