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A ranking policeman who jumped to the aid of a partner that got attacked by a knifeman received the Royal Recognition for Bravery.

Sergeant Tim Ansell grappled with 27-yr-old Jacob Brown following he pressed a knife to the throat of his colleague Sgt Marc Foster.

Brown launched his attack as the officers and their colleague, PC Marcus Wolstencroft, were speaking to a driver after a vehicle incident in that location in July 2023.

Brown stabbed and slashed both Sgt Ansell and Sgt Foster prior to PC Wolstencroft incapacitated him with a stun gun.

"Policeman attacked," PC Wolstencroft could be heard saying over his radio.

Officer-mounted and dashboard camera video released by the police department showed Brown, who was dressed in black with a head covered, rush to Sgt Foster from behind with a weapon extended.

He collided with the officer who lost balance and dropped to the pavement, before Sergeant Ansell stepped in and attempted to subdue him to the pavement even though being repeatedly struck with the weapon.

PC Wolstencroft drew his Taser and sought a safe opportunity, ending the fight to an finish.

Sergeant Ansell was heard stating: "Please provide something on my throat here, I'm bleeding in the throat."

Sergeant Ansell suffered multiple open wounds to his throat and more injuries to his limbs and torso, whereas Sgt Foster experienced slash wounds.

The department stated Sergeant Foster utilized his palms to stem his partner's bleeding before paramedics reached the scene.

The latest recognition arrives after the trio of policemen were granted internal Bravery Awards in October 2023 and the police federation award from the regional union branch in spring 2024.

They were also awarded a North West Valor Recognition in summer 2024.

"The actions of each policeman eventually saved each other and ensured no members of the public endured any injuries."

Brown received a sentence to an indefinite hospital order in spring 2024, as stated by officials.