Teenager who threatened to jump into road saved by 'hero' police officer
A QUICK-thinking police officer has been branded 'a true hero' for saving the life of a teenager who was threatening to jump into a major Renfrewshire road.
A 19-year-old girl was about the jump from the flyover of the A737 in Johnstone by was saved by PC Ashleigh McLachlan who managed to grab her from the edge just before she jumped.
Inspector Cassie Glass, based in Johnstone, said: "This was a fantastic piece of decision-making and bravery.
"If not for her [PC McLachlan's] quick-thinking action the incident could've ended tragically.
"Well done to PC Ashleigh McLachlan, a true hero."
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