Inspector Geoff Chapman, left, and Sergeant John Tostevin received bravery commendations yesterday evening as well as the Chief Inspector Richard Mauger Award for Outstanding Achievement. (Picture by Peter Frankland, 0671571)

TWO police officers were commended by the force yesterday evening for their efforts in saving a young couple and their baby from a wave-swamped car at L’Eree.

At the Guernsey Police commendations and awards ceremony at Les Cotils, Sergeant John Tostevin was recognised for his bravery in the extreme weather conditions in March.

Inspector Geoff Chapman’s leadership and bravery in assisting his colleague was also commended.

‘It’s the job we do, and we can’t run away,’ said Sergeant Tostevin. ‘We have to make a decision and act and, while it might be seen by some as bravery, we have to do it and think about the dangers afterwards.’

It was Sergeant Tostevin’s ninth commendation in 23 years as a police officer.