'I surprised myself with the reaction I had': Heroes awarded for bravery

Marc O’ Connor, from Limerick, who received a Certificate of Bravery for his actions in helping rescue his mother and sister, after their car skidded in black ice and landed in a 10ft deep drain.

A brave 10-year-old boy from Limerick, a dress designer for the stars, and a man who lost his life trying to save another were presented with National Bravery Awards on Friday.

Some 26 heroic civilians and gardaí were awarded for acts of bravery which included water rescues, stopping attempted abductions, and even halting attempted murders.