Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeA bus driver who was dismissed after intervening to retrieve a passenger’s stolen necklace has seen thousands of pounds raised in his support. An employment tribunal heard that after Mr Hehir successfully recovered the necklace, the thief attempted to punch him. Despite being hailed as a “hero” for his actions, Metroline terminated his employment, a decision later upheld by the tribunal. In the wake of his dismissal, a GoFundMe page established for Mr Hehir has garnered over £4,500.