Shropshire heroes hailed for their actions in High Sheriff's bravery awards

A local hero who chased and pinned down a dangerous drug addict who tried to rob a Shropshire shop has been rewarded for his bravery at a special ceremony.Awards were handed out by High Sheriff of Shropshire David Stacey at Shrewsbury Crown Court after being recommended for the commendations by Judge Robin Onions. Travis Fletcher-Greenwood was among those who were recognised for their courage. He was walking through Whitchurch town centre when he was alerted by cries for help coming from the Apparel store in Green End. He chased and grabbed Karl Armstrong but was forced to let go after Armstrong pulled out a knife and cut his hand. He received seven stitches at Whitchurch Hospital. Armstrong, 44, was later arrested by police who identified him using DNA taken from Mr Fletcher-Greenwood's jacket. During Armstrong's sentencing Judge Peter Barrie commended Mr Fletcher-Greenwood for his bravery. [comments_cta] He said: "Mr Fletcher-Greenwood was alerted by the shopkeeper's cries for help and courageously tried to help." Sian Roberts, from Sweeney near Oswestry, was also recognised for coming to the assistance of a rape victim. High Sheriff Mr Stacey said the recipients of the commendations were "examples to us all". He said: "It was a wonderful occasion to be part of as those people have acted in a truly exceptional way. It was a great privilege to meet them and their families, there were some really proud mothers and partners there. "It was also great to meet the young son of Mr Fletcher-Greenwood – what a great role model for him to look up to." Although praising the recipients, Mr Stacey said he was "disappointed" by those who choose to walk past incidents. "Many people decided it isn't their business but actually it's the public who can play a big part in helping the police bring people to justice, it's policing with consent," he said "Mr Fletcher-Greenwood wrestled a man to the ground, he is a hero – and as for Mrs Roberts, she demonstrated such bravery but also wisdom which enabled a rapist to be brought to justice."