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Stranded bride-to-be rescued by police
Two police officers came to the rescue of a stranded bride-to-be and her father after their car broke down on route to Bristol.
Yasmine Lovekin and her dad Colin were on their way to a register office in Bristol city centre when their white Cadillac stopped working.
But, in a blessed turn of events, two police officers were able to save the day.
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PC Bridget Griffiths and PCSO Kate Turner were on patrol in Nailsea and passed the vehicle when they noticed the bride was still inside.
As they neared the venue, the officers pulled over and donned the police car in the ribbons and bows they’d borrowed from the broken down Cadillac.
Yasmin arrived on time to marry her sweetheart Gemma – photo: Avon and Somerset Police
Turner said: “A flash of the blue lights and a blast of the siren signalled the bride’s arrival. We took a few quick photos with the bride, removed the ribbons and returned to our duties.
“It was an absolute pleasure to be able to escort the bride and her father to her wedding. They were both lovely and it certainly was one of the nicest moments Bridget and I have had while on duty.”
Yasmin said it will “definitely be a story to tell the kids”.
“I thought my wedding was about to be completely ruined but then Bridget and Kate turned up to save the day and I am forever grateful.”
All photos: Avon and Somerset Police
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