My father was murdered in the line of duty - but can't get a bravery award
Summary
The family of Ross Hunt, a police detective murdered in 1983 while protecting fellow officers, is asking the UK government to recognize his bravery with a posthumous award. Their requests have been denied due to a five-year time limit on such honors. Hunt was attacked while trying to arrest a suspect involved in a violent crime.Key Facts
- Ross Hunt was a detective sergeant who was killed in June 1983.
- He was trying to arrest a suspect when he was attacked by three family members with weapons.
- Hunt was beaten and stabbed, leading to his death before reaching the hospital.
- His family has tried to get him a bravery award, but there is a five-year limit for awarding such honors posthumously.
- They have requested awards such as the George Medal and the King's Gallantry Medal.
- Three people were convicted of Hunt's murder following a trial.
- The family's requests have been repeatedly denied by the UK government's Cabinet Office, which manages such awards.
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