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A senior officer who jumped to the help of a partner that got attacked by a knife attacker has been awarded the King's Commendation for Valor.

Sgt Tim Ansell fought with 27-year-old Jacob Brown after he pressed a weapon to the throat of his partner Sgt Marc Foster.

Brown launched his attack as the law enforcement personnel and their colleague, PC Marcus Wolstencroft, were talking to a driver after a vehicle incident in that location in July 2023.

Brown attacked with blade both Sgt Ansell and Sgt Foster before PC Wolstencroft stopped him with a stun gun.

"Policeman knifed," the officer stated over his communication device.

Bodyworn and dashcam recording released by the police department revealed Brown, wearing in dark clothing with a hood up, approach to Sgt Foster from behind with a weapon pointed forward.

He ran into the policeman who lost balance and went down to the ground, after which Sgt Ansell stepped in and struggled to restrain him to the ground although being multiple times hit with the blade.

Police Constable Wolstencroft deployed his electric weapon and awaited a open target, ending the confrontation to an end.

Sergeant Ansell stated audibly: "I need assistance on my neck now, I'm bleeding in the neck."

Sergeant Ansell received two deep cuts to his neck and further cuts to his limbs and torso, while Sgt Foster experienced knife wounds.

Authorities stated Sergeant Foster utilized his palms to control his fellow officer's hemorrhaging prior to paramedics came.

This most recent award arrives subsequent to the law enforcement team were granted internal Courage Honors in fall 2023 and the prestigious bravery honor from the area Police Federation in April 2024.

They additionally received a Area Bravery Award in summer 2024.

"The efforts of the entire team ultimately saved each other and meant no members of the public experienced any wounds."

Brown was given to an secure medical confinement in spring 2024, according to the department.