Bravery of Barnsley fatal stab victim's Good Samaritans recognised

Four members of the public who tried to save the life of a man who had been stabbed in Barnsley have been commended by police for their bravery.

Daniel Miscka, 28, died in hospital after being stabbed by Daniel Balazs, 21, on Newton Street, in August 2023.

Jonathan Maw, Elaine Priestley, Gillian Austin and Michelle Dyson all gave aid to Mr Miscka at the scene.

Det Ch Supt Becs Horsfall said they had shown "passion and courage" as they tried to save his life.

Mr Miscka lay bleeding in the middle of Newton Street when "a band of residents rushed out to help the dad-of-two", South Yorkshire police said.

All four were awarded police commendations at a ceremony at Churchfields Police Station earlier this month.

Their commendations read: "Immediately after the stabbing, you fought to save the victim's life.

"You went into a chaotic and frightening scene and acted selflessly, with courage and compassion."

The commendations were presented by Det Ch Supt Horsfall, who said the event had been "an incredibly emotional afternoon".

"I know Daniel's family found comfort from knowing a community like that one in Newton Street continues to exist," she said.

"They gave it their all to fight to save this man's life and we are delighted to be able to present them with these commendations as a small token of our respect and gratitude."

Following a trial in February, Balazs, 21, of Heelis Street, Barnsley, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 20 years.

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