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Two police officers arrived on the scene of a Sheffield emergency call after a double killing – to be confronted by a man armed with a knife and covered in blood.

Now the pair have been commended by senior officers for their bravery in negotiating and dealing with the man, who was later to plead guilty to two charges of manslaughter after he stabbed his parents to death.

Police say PCs Nicola Burn and Anna Kelsey, from Sheffield Response Team based at Snig Hill, volunteered to attend reports of concern for a man and woman’s welfare on Terrey Road, Totley, on November 27, 2022.

With limited information as they entered the property, the officers were met with a distressed loved one, and the suspect still at the scene.

Two police officers arrived on the scene of a Sheffield emergency call after a double killing – to be confronted by a man armed with a knife and covered in blood. Picture shows police cars on the scene at Terrey Road, Totley, last year. PIcture: David Kessen, National World

The suspect, 51-year-old James Andrews was standing at the top of the stairs, armed with a knife, and covered in blood.

The officers, without hesitation, immediately started to negotiate with Andrews, attempting to get him to drop the weapon. He was later Tasered for his, and officers’ safety.

He was arrested, and the weapon was recovered, but sadly, once officers had Andrews under control, it was evident that Bryan and Mary Andrews had suffered significant injuries and had died.

Police said despite witnessing the aftermath of the horror attack, PCs Burn and Kelsey continued to provide exemplary aftercare to Andrews, explaining processes and reassuring him following the Taser discharge.

PCs Nicola Burn and Anna Kelsey from Sheffield Response Team have been commended for their bravery and professionalism at the latest South Yorkshire Police force awards. PIcture: South Yorkshire Police

PCs Burn and Kelsey attended the South Yorkshire Police Awards, held on Tuesday, July 4, and received recognition for their professionalism.

Their citation read aloud in front of colleagues, friends and family said: “Footage shows that both officers carried out their duty and taser training to the highest standard and provided outstanding communication and aftercare, despite the extremely stressful and overwhelming circumstances.

“Throughout the incident, both officers were professional and remained calm under some of the toughest circumstances any officer could face.

“The officers showed no hesitation or concerns for their own safety in approaching the suspect and acted in accordance with their training, demonstrated excellent teamwork and dealt with a dangerous suspect. This is an outstanding example of bravery.”

PC Burn said: “We are extremely humbled to receive this award. Our thoughts always remain with those affected by the incidents we attend.”

Andews pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of his parents in April.

“When we joined the police force, we promised we would do all that we could to protect and serve the public and we will continue to do so throughout our careers,” she added.

Terrey Road tragedy: Sheffield police officers confronted by knifeman covered in blood after double killing

PC Burn said: “We are extremely humbled to receive this award. Our thoughts always remain with those affected by the incidents we attend.”

“When we joined the police force, we promised we would do all that we could to protect and serve the public and we will continue to do so throughout our careers,” she added.