Inspector General of Sindh Police Ghulam Nabi Memon has expressed deep concern over the public's failure to assist SZABIST Assistant Professor Iftikhar Ahmed after a tragic road accident in the Shrafi Goth area of Malir.
The incident, captured on mobile phone videos that later circulated on social media, showed the victim trapped beneath a trailer, receiving no immediate aid from bystanders.
According to a statement issued by police spokesperson Syed Saad Ali, IG Memon said that a valuable life could have been saved had the injured professor received timely medical attention. "Helping accident victims is not just a humanitarian act - it is a moral, legal, and religious obligation for every citizen," the IG stated.
He emphasized that excessive bleeding, critical injuries, and unnecessary delays often result in fatalities that could otherwise be prevented. "Do not let the fear of legal complications stop you from helping," he urged. "Saving one life is like saving all of humanity - this is not just a good deed, it is an act of faith."
The IG further stated that remaining passive or silent in the face of such emergencies is unacceptable. "Every life matters. Step up and act - don't be a silent witness," he said.
Assuring full support from law enforcement and civic agencies, he said that citizens who help the injured are heroes and will be treated with respect and protection. "Police and civil agencies cannot fulfill their responsibilities without the active support of the public," he added. "Even a small effort can save a life - so take that step without hesitation."
The statement comes after viral footage showed Professor Iftikhar Ahmed trapped between the wheels of a trailer following an accident. The lack of immediate help sparked widespread outrage and prompted this public appeal from the province's top cop.
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