Robert Little KPM
- Died:
- 14 December 1930
- Age:
- 46
- Rank:
- Sergeant
- Force:
- Durham County Constabulary
- Cause:
- Fire
- Duty Status:
- On Duty
- Gallantry award:
- Robert Little received State recognition by way of a Gallantry Award in relation to the incident where he lost his life.
Roll of Honour Citation
Died of smoke inhalation while attempting to rescue a lady from a burning house. Posthumously awarded the King’s Police Medal for Gallantry.
Police Memorial Tribute
In the early hours of the morning, Sergeant Little was attempting to rescue an 83-year-old lady trapped in a burning house at Seaham Harbour. Having reached her, Robert was dragging her to safety when they both perished. Posthumously awarded the King’s Police Medal for Gallantry.
