Following his death, Mr James’ family hailed him as a “hero and idol” and it has now emerged he was offered a police bravery award for helping to catch a mugger.
Mr James tackled the man as he tried to rob an elderly lady, pinning down the mugger until police arrived. However, he opted not to receive the bravery award because he did not want to be in the limelight.
The trial, featuring unbelievably sad detail.
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