Award recognition for north-east police officers
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The outstanding bravery and excellent work of police officers, staff and members of the public has been celebrated by Chief Constable Iain Livingstone including two officers from the north-east.
Included among a total of 57 recipients from across the country were a team dedicated to tackling online child sexual abuse and exploitation, officers who demonstrated outstanding bravery against violent perpetrators and members of the public who put their own lives in danger to rescue others.
Chief Constable Livingstone said: "The last 12 months has been an intense and demanding year, underlining the relentless nature of policing.
"Officers and staff have continued to meet the needs of our communities as well as successfully policing the COP26 climate change summit, one of the largest operations in the United Kingdom’s history.
“Helping those in crisis goes to the heart of policing’s core values and purpose.
“Equally, we recognise acts of bravery by members of the public who have gone above and beyond what can be expected of a citizen.
"I am deeply grateful to them for their courage - stepping-forward when necessity arose.”
The Special Constable of the Year Award was presented to Stephen Booth from the North East Division
Special Constable Booth joined the Special Constabulary in September 2019 having been so impressed by the police response he received after being the victim of an assault.
Despite having a full time job, Stephen has worked an average of over 100 hours a month, with a staggering 170 hours during December 2020.
Stephen has been fundamental in shaping a team of Special Constables to target local issues, instigating and leading local initiatives to enhance communities.
He is a highly valued and integral part of the Garioch Community Policing Team.
The Police Officer of the Year Award went to Constable Jamie Dey also from the North East Division
Constable Dey is a Community Officer based at Elgin, who has made a significant positive contribution to engagement with young people and community wellbeing in his local area.
He has driven integrated initiatives with partners including the Local Authority, NHS and third sector organisations.
His commitment and determination to go above and beyond can be demonstrated through his involvement in the Moray Re:connect Project that has delivered youth participation and engagement in a range of activities, improving the health and quality of life for young people and reducing their risk of harm.
This work, promoting positive lifestyle choices, has contributed to a 65 per cent reduction in disturbance calls in his area.
Jamie is a highly reliable and dependable officer who has been widely praised and is highly respected by partners and the wider Elgin Community.
