Heart-warming tale: Coleman showed his caring side (Picture: PA)

Big-hearted Wales boss Chris Coleman has had a pat on the back from police after coming to the rescue of an elderly woman.

The 42-year-old was driving in the Welsh town of Haverfordwest when he spotted the pensioner – who had been reported missing from her home and couldn’t remember where she lived – in danger of wandering into traffic.

Compassionate Coleman went out of his way to help, driving her around town in the hope she would see something to help her remember her way home. When that didn’t work, he called for help and sat with her until police arrived.



The former Swansea, Fulham and Crystal Palace midfielder told This is South Wales: ‘I noticed the lady at the side of the road – she seemed very disorientated and distressed. I asked if she was okay and she said she was lost.


‘I got her in the car and we drove around a bit to see if she could remember where she lived but she couldn’t. I rang my colleagues and asked if they could contact the police.

‘When we met with them she had nice cup of tea and thankfully the police were able to return her home safely.She had already been reported missing, so I’m just happy I was able to help her.’

Coleman stayed with her until a police officer arrived to take her home and a spokeswoman said: ‘Dyfed-Powys Police would like to thank Mr Coleman for his assistance with a vulnerable member of the public.

‘We fully appreciate he was travelling to an engagement during his busy schedule. But he still took time to ensure the safety of someone who was in need of help.’