Two voluntary bailiff brothers involved in live-saving incidents just months apart have been rewarded for their bravery.
Mark and Shaun Longthorne are members of Doncaster DAA, and are also Angling Trust voluntary bailiffs. In August last year, Mark was patrolling the River Don when he came across a man face down in the water. He called 999 and held the man above the water for some time before emergency services arrived – his quick actions saved the man’s life.
A few months later, Mark’s brother Shaun spotted a man sitting on a bridge who appeared ready to jump on to the railway tracks below. Shaun quickly pulled him on to the pavement and managed to restrain him until police arrived.
Both brothers have now been recognised for their bravery with Royal Humane Society Awards – and Mark said that he wouldn’t hesitate to help anyone in a similar position again.
“Working as a club and voluntarily bailiff isn’t just about kicking people off and handing out day tickets,” he added. “Quite often, you can help individuals in need, witness crimes in progress, and help injured wildlife.”
Ian Hurst, from DDAA, has been similarly recognised for his efforts in combating rural and fishing-related crime.
