Heart-stopping moment heroic police officers save woman trapped in her car as it sinks in floodwater - as her harrowing call is revealed

Three police officers have been given bravery awards for heroically saving a woman trapped in her sinking car.

Annie Nisbet called emergency services after her vehicle became submerged in floodwater at Bow Brook in Drakes Broughton, Worcestershire in April last year.

Police officers rushed to the scene and formed a human chain to save Annie's life - moments before the car sank underwater.

As the harrowing 999 audio released by West Mercia Police today captures her fear, as she screamed: 'I'm floating down a river, my car's filling up with water...I'm gonna drown.' 

Annie Nisbet called emergency services after her vehicle became submerged in floodwater at Bow Brook in Drakes Broughton, Worcestershire in April last year

Police officers rushed to the scene and formed a human chain to save Annie's life - moments before the car sank underwater

She says: 'I'm floating down a river, my car's filling up with water. Oh my God. I don't know how deep it is. I don't know what to do.

'What do I do? I'm too scared. Oh God, it's just getting deeper. I guess I'll get out. I can't unlock the door. I want my brothers.'

When asked by the call-handler how deep the water is, Annie replies: 'It's up to my chest. Oh my God, how soon will they be here?

'I'm gonna drown. It's sinking, I'm sinking. Please somebody come. It's up to my neck now.'

The dramatic footage then shows quick-thinking cops wading into the water and smashing the driver's window before pulled her out through the window.

Annie can be heard repeatedly saying sorry to the officers to which one responds: 'Don't apologise lovely, don't apologise.'

Police Sergeants Lee Baker and Shannon Murphy and Police Constable Tom Simmonds - were last night honoured with a Police Federation National Bravery Award and crowned regional winners for their actions.

The dramatic footage then shows quick-thinking cops wading into the water and smashing the driver's window before pulled her out through the window

Annie can be heard repeatedly saying sorry to the officers to which one responds: 'Don't apologise lovely, don't apologise'

Police Sergeants Lee Baker and Shannon Murphy and Police Constable Tom Simmonds - were last night honoured with a Police Federation National Bravery Award and crowned regional winners for their actions

Annie, of Malvern, Worcs., said: 'My personal gratitude isn't enough for the extraordinary, heroic actions of officers Simmonds, Baker, and Murphy, who saved me from drowning.

'I'd lost all hope of surviving, when a landslide of police arrived, with no hesitation of the danger they were in - and absolute determination to reach me.

'That level of selflessness is an astonishing commitment to humanity - and to life.

'Watching the video was so distressing, but affirmed the level of danger that I, and the officers, were in, and the lengths they went to find and rescue me.

'I hadn't known the lengths they had gone to before they got to me.

'They really worked not just to get me out of the river, but had to find me first - without them, this would be a different ending.

'While I know there are countless other incredible acts of service, with that said, I hope that my officers are duly honoured with this award.

'Their team is such an important representation of our police force to, and for, the public.

'They are heroes - every day - and deserve all the recognition in the world and thank you to the Police Federation for recognising the exceptional work that they do.'

Annie had been driving to her brother's house when she encountered the flooded ford on April 25 last year.

Annie said: 'My personal gratitude isn't enough for the extraordinary, heroic actions of officers Simmonds, Baker, and Murphy, who saved me from drowning'

Despite stopping short of the water, her car was swept up from beneath, and within a matter of minutes, had filled up inside to the level of her neck.

Annie said as officers arrived on the scene, with the car nose-down and almost fully submerged in the flood waters, she had given up hope of survival.

Racing against the clock, PC Simmonds smashed the driver-side front window of the sinking vehicle, with its electric windows having been disabled by water.

He was supported by a human chain of PS Baker and PS Murphy and three other officers who helped him gain a footing on the shifting bed of the ford to get access to the car.

Inspector Nick Horton, the Local Policing Priorities Team (LPPT) lead for West Mercia Police, said: 'I am immensely proud of my colleagues who went above and beyond to save a woman from drowning in her car.

'Their bravery and quick thinking in the face of danger exemplify the true spirit of police officers everywhere.

'Their actions serve as an inspiring reminder of the dedication and courage inherent in our profession and they thoroughly deserve their award.'

West Mercia Police Federation Branch Secretary Pete Nightingale said: 'I am really proud of them, and I know Annie will always be extremely grateful for the courageous actions of the officers on that day that saved her life.'

Temporary Chief Constable Alex Murray added: 'Annie found herself in difficulty in the ford and we're really pleased officers were able to act so swiftly and rescue her before the vehicle sank too far under the water.

'Fortunately, the woman wasn't injured during the incident which is stark reminder of how dangerous the water can be.

'I am really proud of the work of our team, they all responded quickly and instinctively working together as a team to rescue the lady.'

Police and Crime Commissioner John Campion said: 'I was immensely proud to represent the communities of West Mercia at the national bravery awards.

'Officers Baker, Murphy, and Simmonds displayed incredible acts of bravery and the regional award they received is testament to the heroic efforts they displayed in Annie's time of need.

'It is also reflective of the wider West Mercia family, full of men and women who carry out extraordinary acts every single day to ensure the public have a police service they can rely on.'