Frank Bryant KPM

Died:
19 August 1919
Age:
41
Rank:
Police Constable
Force:
Metropolitan Police
Cause:
Medical
Duty Status:
On Duty
Gallantry award:
Frank Bryant received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.

Roll of Honour Citation

Died from the injuries he sustained fifteen months earlier, while rescuing a man who had jumped into the River Boding. Awarded the King's Police Medal for Gallantry.

Police Memorial Tribute

Died from the injuries he sustained fifteen months earlier, on 8th May 1918, while rescuing a lunatic armed with a razor blade who had jumped into the River Boding at Ilford and nearly drowned. Due to being repeatedly forced under the water and the foul nature of the river the officer never recovered. Awarded the King’s Police Medal for Gallantry for the rescue.