Tributes to Yorkshire Pc killed in 999 tragedy

DOZENS of police officers have paid tribute to a colleague who died when his car crashed as he was responding to a 999 call.

The 36 uniformed officers formed a guard of honour at the funeral of Pc Andrew Bramma, who was reacting to reports of an accident when his vehicle crashed into a tree in North Yorkshire.

Police chiefs attending the service in Leeds described father-of-two Pc Bramma as a “good British police officer” as they spoke of his dedication to his job.

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Speaking before the funeral at Pudsey Parish Church, Temporary Chief Constable Tim Madgwick, of North Yorkshire Police, said: “He was a fine young officer who had a long career ahead of him.

“He had all the attributes and skills we need in a young officer.

“He was conscientious, he was there to protect the public, there to serve the community, and we were confident his career would go from strength to strength and we’re just so sorry we’ve lost a colleague in these circumstances.”

Mr Madgwick added: “He was conscientious, did the right thing and was just a good British police officer.”

Hundreds of colleagues, friends and family attended today’s funeral, including officers from North Yorkshire Police and Greater Manchester Police, where Pc Bramma served for four years.