A security guard has been presented with an award from the British Security Industry Association (BSIA) for his bravery when he was attacked on duty as a cash-in-transit courier.
Nick Lyons works as part of a cash-in-transit crew for security company, Loomis. In spring 2013, Nick fell victim to a violent attack while on shift. During a routine cash drop, he was approached from behind and assaulted. Nick continued to maintain his grip on the cash box as the offender continued to attack him.
After a continued struggle, Nick managed to break free of the offender and secured himself and the cash box. Once he was secure, the offender realised that the attack had failed and escaped empty-handed.
Head of Risk for Loomis UK Limited, Robert Johnson, said: “Thankfully, Nick was not injured during the attack and to some extent this is due to his previous experience when under attack, the ongoing training that is delivered to our crews and his quick thinking in bringing the incident to a satisfactory conclusion. Nick is a very experienced and solid member of the team that always acts in a professional manner. He is a respected by managers and colleagues alike, works well under pressure and has proven that he can be relied upon during the most stressful and traumatic of situations.”
Nick was presented with a Special Award for Outstanding Service by Baroness Smith of Basildon, in a ceremony at the British Security Industry Association’s Annual Luncheon, at the London Hilton on Park Lane on Wednesday, July 16.
Nick said: “Thank you very much for recognising me for this award. Raids are part of the job – they are something I’ve learnt to deal with, otherwise I wouldn’t still be doing the job 25 years on.”
