Michael Grundy and Paul Redhead attacked by machete-wielding men
Changing over money at a service station ATM, Michael and Paul were confronted with two men wielding machetes, one of whom snatched a cash cassette from Michael’s hands before forcing the two guards back into the cash machine room. The attackers demanded that the men removed the remaining cassettes, something they were unable to do as the machine was fitted with bars and they no longer had access.
A third attacker then arrived, demanding the other cassette from the box that Michael was carrying. He explained that he could only do this on the vehicle, so the attacker’s escorted both guards back to their van and made Michael open the box. He did so, but he handed over an empty cash cassette, which satisfied the three attackers, who left without realising that they hadn’t stolen any money whatsoever.
Michael Grundy and Paul Redhead of G4S Cash Solutions each received a CVIT special award for their calm actions in the face of extreme danger.
Derek Mullin attacked and had tendons severed
Hamilton Queen was in the G4S vehicle while Derek Mullin returned to the college building that the pair were servicing and was faced with a man wielding a blade. A second attacker appeared with an axe, so Mullin put the box he was carrying on the ground and explained that he would not be able to open it.
The attackers forced Mullin inside to the cash point where they instead demanded he open the ATM, something Mullin was also unable to do. Frustrated at their failure to secure any cash, the attackers turned on Mullin causing cuts to his hands and severing two of his tendons. Mullin was still able to contact the police however, and despite his injuries, Mullin and his colleague were commending for their bravery and calm actions.
Derek Mullin, and Hamilton Queen of G4S Cash Solutions each also received a CVIT special award.
The winners of the special awards were all from G4S cash solutions, and the organisation’s director of risk, Gavin Windsor, paid tribute to the “outstanding courage and professionalism” of his guards, who help the company move GB pound 300 billion around the UK every year.