Medal of Bravery

• Awarded on: September 24, 2009
• Invested on: October 22, 2010

Constable Dale George Sleightholme, M.B.
Constable Paul Allan Spencelayh, M.B.
Medal of Bravery

On July 24, 2007, Victoria police constables Dale Sleightholme and Paul Spencelayh rescued a suicidal man from the freezing waters of the Pacific Ocean, in Victoria, British Columbia. The constables scaled down a 13-metre cliff and jumped into the cold water. Fighting to stay afloat in the waves and strong current, they swam out 10 metres to reach the victim's side. Expecting the individual to resist, the officers carefully approached and circled the man before bringing him to shore.