A Detective Sergeant who led an investigation which resulted in a 25-year prison sentence has been commended by the Chief Constable.
Det Sgt Stewart Glendinning commenced an investigation in 2021 into non-recent sexual offences against a woman.
During the investigation, he identified a further victim of the same offender - running both complex cases in parallel.
While continuing with the investigation he was promoted into an Acting Detective Sergeant position, but retained ownership of both investigations so that the victims he was supporting did not have to undergo a change of detective.
An incredibly challenging and emotive investigation resulted in the suspect being found guilty at Crown Court and sentenced to 25 years in prison.
He was subsequently promoted into the position of Detective Sergeant.
Detective Sergeant Glendinning was nominated for the commendation by Detective Inspector Mike Kirkham.
He said: "The officer's hard work and tenacity have provided justice for two vulnerable victims and safeguarded countless others.
"Detective Sergeant Glendinning has proved himself to be an incredibly passionate and tenacious officer who is dedicated to supporting vulnerable victims.
"He can be relied upon to act with empathy and care when dealing with such complex cases, and he is a credit to the Constabulary."