A goal of £100,000 was set for the appeal in aid of the officer who was hit by a train as he tried to save a distressed man
A JustGiving fundraiser for the family of a police officer who died after being hit by a train as he attempted to save a distressed man on the tracks has surpassed its goal of raising £100,000. The crowdfunding page for Sergeant Graham Saville's family, which describes his actions as the "epitome of policing bravery", had reached more than £106,000 in donations at the time of writing.
Police are not carrying out a criminal investigation into Sgt Saville's death but British Transport Police are leading the inquiry into the incident, which led to the 29-year-old man on the railway line being treated in hospital for injuries caused by electricity. It is understood that in similar situations emergency services would usually contact Network Rail's route control to ensure the tracks are made safe before police officers attempt access.
Since his death on Tuesday, tributes have flooded in from senior officers at Nottinghamshire Police, as well as senior politicians. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, to say it is a "testament to his bravery that he died in the line of duty", adding that it is a "terrible reminder of the work the police do every day to keep us safe."
"His service and sacrifice will never be forgotten." Ms Meynell also paid tribute to officers who attended the scene, some of whom provided "immediate medical assistance" while waiting for an ambulance.
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