Shanghai bank heroes honored

The have-a-go heroes pose for photographs with police officers after receiving their awards.

The Agricultural Bank of China gave each of the five people who helped police detain a hostage-taker at its Beicai branch on Monday a 10,000 yuan ($1,610) reward yesterday.

Two security guards, a cleaner and two members of the public were honored for their bravery. Branch staff also got a 50,000 yuan reward for their group response during the incident. Local police said that they are seeking "model of bravery" honors from the city government for the five people involved.