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Inverness police officer wins bravery award after restraining man who knocked out her partner

Constable Katy Mackay has won a top police bravery award after restraining a violent man who had attacked her colleague.

The Inverness-based probationary officer faced a dangerous situation after a suspect headbutted her partner, knocking him unconscious.

She immediately leapt into action and was able to restrain the man, who was larger than her, and handcuff him on the ground.

Responded to help taxi driver

The two officers had responded to concerns by a member of the public after a taxi driver was assaulted in September last year.

They found a man acting aggressively and could see the taxi driver had sustained facial injuries.

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Katy Mackay was recognised for her bravery while facing a dangerous situation. Image: Sandy Young.

The suspect was approached by the officers while arguing with members of the public nearby.

They then tried to take hold of each arm to prevent him from escaping and attempted an arrest.

However, he then headbutted PC Mackay’s colleague, leaving him with a severe concussion.

Following a trip to the hospital, he was diagnosed with severe post-concussion syndrome and was off work for several months as a result.

‘She showed great reserve and a cool head’

For her bravery on the job, PC Mackay has been awarded the Individual Bravery Award for keeping calm under pressure at the Scottish Police Federation Awards.

Divisional representative Sergeant David McAlpine said: “PC Mackay was still a probationer and at the time of the incident with around 18 months of service.

She showed great reserve and a cool head as she managed to gain control of a male who was physically bigger and stronger than her.”

Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone, pictured in Aberdeen. Image: Chris Sumner/DC Thomson

Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone said: “Policing is a relentless and hugely rewarding vocation where you can help your fellow citizens and improve their lives.

“I thank everyone who steps forward with bravery and commitment to provide our vital policing service and pay tribute to the work of the Scottish Police Federation in representing their members.

“These awards vividly illustrate the crucial contributions officers make right across Scotland, day in, day out.”

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