West Midlands Police officers awarded in King's Birthday Honours
Three West Midlands Police officers have been recognised in the King's Birthday Honours list.Sgt Tim Rogers, retired Det Ch Supt Sam Ridding and retired Det Supt Nigel Walsh were each awarded the King's Police Medal.Ms Ridding was a response officer in Sutton Coldfield, before working her way up to lead the force's professional standards department.Mr Walsh worked in counter terrorism, while Sgt Rogers supports and trains police drivers.
"Throughout their careers they have worked tirelessly to make a difference in policing and help others," said West Midlands Police Chief Constable Craig Guildford."This has ranged from assisting members of the public in their time of need, catching criminals and supporting colleagues."He thanked the officers for their contributions, and said the honours were well-deserved.
Ms Ridding's career saw her take on roles investigating kidnapping, murders and corruption.The force said she was widely known among colleagues for her tenacity and relentless work to secure justice for victims and bereaved families.Mr Walsh worked in counter terrorism policing before his retirement earlier this year.Bosses at the force said he had strengthened relationships between policing and security services nationally, and developed ways to protect communities against terrorism.He has since returned to a staff role after retiring as an officer.Sgt Rogers has been secretary of the West Midlands Police Federation, and led a national campaign for law changes to help protect officers in pursuit of suspects or assisting victims.
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