Durham Police honour Nottinghamshire Police's Graham Saville

Durham Police student officers held a tribute for Sergeant Graham Saville at 8am this morning (August 30), observing a minute's silence as a mark of respect for the response officer.

Mr Saville suffered serious injuries after attempting to save a distressed man on the line near Newark Northgate station last Thursday.

The 46-year-old sadly died on Tuesday in hospital with his family at his bedside.

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A Durham Police spokesperson said: "At 8am this morning, student officers who are embarking on their second day in the force held a minutes’ silence as a mark of respect for Sergeant Graham Saville of Nottinghamshire Police.

"Sergeant Saville, a response officer based at Newark Police Station, suffered serious injuries after attempting to save a distressed man on railway tracks last Thursday.

"The 46-year-old sadly passed away on Tuesday in hospital with his family at his bedside.

"Today, our thoughts and condolences are with Graham’s family, friends, and colleagues."

Many residents left their condolences and well wishes to his friends, family and colleagues.

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One said: "So sad, thoughts with his family friends and work colleagues. Rest in peace you brave man.

Another said: "Sgt Saville went where angels would fear to tread, and in doing so, he made the ultimate sacrifice. May he rest in peace."

While another saddened resident said: "A real hero, bless him."