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7/7 security guard named first Sheriffs' Award winner in 1,000 years
A security officers selfless bravery has been recognised, after he was named the recipient of the 2006 Sheriffs Award.Muhammad Khalil, from Bracknell, is the first person to receive an Award in the Sheriffs name for 1,000 years. A security officer employed by G4S Security Services (UK), Muhammad was on duty close to Kings Cross station on 7 July 2005. That day terrorists struck the London transport system by placing bombs on underground trains and a bus causing death, injury and widespread disruption. Muhammad raced to the scene of the Kings Cross attack and in the chaos of people trying to escape from the blast, he quickly assessed the situation and utilised his first aid training to prioritise and give help to those who most needed it. Muhammad then entered the tunnel and without concern for his own safety, assisted passengers to escape and tended to the injured and dying. He remained in the tunnel for over seven hours working tirelessly with other emergency workers, his face covered with only an improvised bandage mask to protect him from the fumes and smoke. Eventually, it was obvious that he was totally exhausted and he was instructed to leave the tunnel to rest. The Lord Mayor of the City of London, David Brewer, himself a former Sheriff, will present the Award in a ceremony at Mansion House: "There were many acts of unsung selfless bravery that day but Muhammad Khalils actions went beyond what was expected of him. Unquestionably his heroic efforts helped to save lives." * The Sheriffs Award is organised by the new City Livery Company of Security Professionals * The annual award is a way to honour individuals or organisations who have shown unusual courage or initiative in protecting people, property or liberty. Nominations were invited from the public, businesses, emergency services and the Armed Forces. * The Award and a cheque for £2,000 will be presented by The Lord Mayor at the Annual Dinner of The Company of Security Professionals at Mansion House on the 17 October and Muhammads name entered into a Book of Honour at The Old Bailey. Posted by: Anonymoose 2006-11-15 |
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