Delhi Traffic cops rescue advocate after he collapses while riding motorcycle at ITO crossing
New Delhi, July 27
In a humanitarian gesture, a Delhi Traffic Police Inspector and his colleagues on Monday rushed an ailing advocate to hospital within minutes of his collapsing while riding a motorcycle at the busy ITO crossing, said an official.
Traffic Inspector, Kamla Market, Gopal and his team came to the rescue of Advocate Namneet, who suffered a suspected cardiac emergency while riding through the intersection around 11.55 a.m., said Deputy Commissioner of Police (Traffic), Central Range, in a statement.
The DCP said that Traffic Inspector Gopal, while regulating traffic at A-Point (ITO), noticed that the advocate suddenly lost control of his motorcycle and collapsed on the road while travelling from Indraprastha towards A-Point or the intersection near Tilak Bridge.
Preliminary observations suggested that the rider had suffered severe chest pain, possibly aggravated by the prevailing extreme heat, said the statement.
Realising the critical nature of the situation, Traffic Inspector Gopal and his staff immediately rushed to the victim's aid.
"The rider's helmet was carefully removed, and CPR along with first aid was administered on the spot," said the statement.
Realising that every second was crucial and considering the heavy traffic congestion in the area, the Traffic Inspector took the decision to personally shift the victim to hospital in his official vehicle instead of waiting for an ambulance, said the DCP (Traffic).
The motorcyclist was admitted to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital within two minutes, where he is currently undergoing treatment, he said.
Doctors are conducting further medical examination to ascertain the exact cause of the medical emergency, he said.
The timely action and presence of mind displayed by the Kamla Market Traffic Staff ensured that the victim received immediate medical attention during the crucial golden minutes, said the DCP (Traffic).
He said the incident once again highlights that Delhi Traffic Police personnel are not only entrusted with regulating traffic but also stand ready to respond to emergencies and save lives whenever required.
— IANS
Reader Comments
What a story of quick thinking and compassion. While we often complain about traffic cops, this shows they are true guardians — not just of traffic but of lives. I hope Advocate Namneet recovers fully and that this kind of responsiveness becomes the norm, not the exception. ❤️
Salute to the inspector and his team for their humanity. But it also raises a question — why did it take a traffic cop's personal vehicle to get him to hospital? In the heart of Delhi, there should be faster ambulance response. The system needs to improve, but at least there are officers who care. 👏
This is so heartening to read. With all the chaos in the news, seeing a police team perform CPR and rush a stranger to the hospital restores my faith in humanity. The dexterity and presence of mind under pressure is commendable. Get well soon, Advocate Namneet!
A truly life-saving act amid the scorching heat and traffic. While we often point fingers at authorities, this incident reminds us that many officers are dedicated to their duty beyond the call. I wish more such stories made front-page news. 🙌
What a relief to hear! As someone who drives past ITO daily, I know how chaotic it can be. This could have turned into a tragedy, but thanks to Inspector Gopal and his team, a life was saved. I hope the advocate makes a complete recovery. 💪
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