Saving a man determined to take his own life, Aotea Great Barrier Island, 4 January 2006RBC967 Senior Constable Roger William BrightThe New Zealand Bravery MedalSenior Constable Roger William BrightAt 0740 on 4 January 2006, a male resident of Great Barrier Island arrived at the residence of Senior Constable Roger Bright (one of two police members on Great Barrier Island), seeking help. When Senior Constable Bright and the resident arrived at the house there was a strong smell of gas emanating from the rear of the property. Senior Constable Bright, looking through the window, could not see any signs of life from the man. When Senior Constable Bright entered the house, he was hit with a wall of gas fumes, which also filled the bathroom. Senior Constable Bright’s bravery was in the highest traditions of the New Zealand Police.