Police student volunteers in Cardiff have been recognised at an annual award ceremony.
The Cardiff University students were thanked for their commitment over the previous 12 months and presented with a certificate.
Launched six years ago, the aim of the South Wales Police Student Volunteer initiative is to develop stronger community links and enhance the lives of students and local people by making them feel safer in their communities.
This year has seen 33 new volunteers join the scheme taking the total number to 55.
Pc Tim Davies, Student Liaison Officer, said: “The scheme has gone from strength to strength and the volunteers are very much part of the South Wales Police family.
“They are helping bridge the gap between police and traditionally hard-to-reach members of the community improved community relations and making a positive impact on reducing crime figures within Cathays and Roath.
“We are grateful for them giving up their own time to help make Cardiff safer and it was nice to formally recognise their commitment at the fifth annual award ceremony.”
The following student volunteers were were thanked for their commitment over the previous 12 months and presented with a certificate:
- Marcia Da Silva – Remarkable Student Award
- Thomas Fok – Outstanding Achievement Award
- Yasmine Rich – Volunteer of the Year
- Rhys Fletcher – Outstanding Achievement Award
- Harleigh Hobbs – Outstanding Achievement Award
- Jack Oakley – Outstanding Achievement Award
