Police World Edition 4, 2013

Competition Page

Crossword & Sudoku In this edition we are giving you the chance to win in our crossword competition a copy of The Cost of Bravery by Allan Sparkes. Enter the sudoku competition and win a copy of RAID - Rapid Action Initiated Defence by Tremaine Kent. Solve the puzzles and then send them in. The lucky winners will be drawn out of the hat. Books supplied by Penguin Books and Matador. Send the completed crossword to: Lee Hemmings, Editor, International Police Association, Arthur Troop House, 1 Fox Road, West Bridgford. Nottingham, NG2 6AJ. Please include your name, address and membership number. The deadline for entries is 18 November, 2013.

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Down 1 - Uncommon (4) 2 - Submerged (6) 3 - Powerful whirlpool (9) 4 - Climbing tool (6) 6 - Reduce to a lower grade (6) 7 - Examines in detail (8) 11 - Relevant (9) 12 - Festive gathering (8) 13 - Sour to the taste (6) 14 - Characteristic; feature (6) 15 - Seek out (6) 17 - Egyptian goddess of fertility (4)

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About the books The Cost of Bravery - This is the story of Allan Sparkes who didn’t think twice about rescuing an 11 year old boy from a flooded storm water drain. This courageous policeman put his life on the line to save a child and became one of only five people to be awarded Australia’s

Edition 3 Winners: Congratulations to Ian Wilkinson from 11 Region, who sent in the winning solution to the crossword puzzle. Ian wins a copy of Notorious Prisons by Stephan Wade. Alex MacMillan from 1 Region, wins a copy of A Copper at the Yard by John Woodhouse for successfully completing the sudoku puzzle.

highest decoration for bravery, the Cross of Valour. But, the rescue would signal a downward spiral into post-traumatic stress disorder and depression. This books tells of Allan’s rollercoaster ride of recovery with the help of his wife, he faced his demons and rebuilt his mind, body and soul. Today, he is back to being his adventurous self, prepared to face what ever comes his way - this is his inspiring story. R.A.I.D - This guide book teaches you to deal confidently with any violent or threatening situation in an easy to follow style. The author, Tremaine Kent, is a pioneer within the self defence industry with over 18 years martial arts teaching experience and 15 years active military service with elite special forces. He has developed the RAID system, described in this book and fully illustrated, as a complete modern self defence guide for personal protection and security. This book gives expert advice with emphasis on confidence and awareness - focusing on conflict management, defence and also deals with the aftermath of conflict.

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