In a remarkable display of compassion and duty, members of the IGP Special Operations Team stationed at Bole in the Savanna Region have gone beyond their call of duty by donating blood to save the life of a colleague and support other patients in critical condition at the Bole District Hospital.

The humanitarian gesture occurred during a routine day patrol led by DSP Mr. Karim Mahama and ASP Bawah Abdul Jalil.

The operation, which forms part of ongoing peace-building and law enforcement efforts within Bole township and its environs, involved seventy (70) officers using six service vehicles and ten motorbikes to maintain a visible security presence.

At around 9:30 a.m., the team made an unscheduled stop at the Bole District Hospital to visit a colleague who had been admitted the previous day.

Medical staff informed the officers that the patient’s condition was critical due to severe blood loss, with his blood volume dangerously reduced to 3.8 litres—well below the required level for recovery.

Moved by urgency and solidarity, the team swiftly mobilised to donate blood collectively.

Their action not only provided immediate relief to their injured colleague but also replenished the hospital’s nearly depleted blood bank, benefitting other patients in need of transfusion.

Hospital authorities expressed deep appreciation, describing the gesture as “a powerful example of leadership and humanity in uniform.”

They noted that voluntary blood donation remains a major challenge in the community, and the police team’s example could inspire others to follow suit.

During a short engagement with hospital staff, officers also received health and wellness advice on proper nutrition, fitness, and stress management — an initiative that was warmly welcomed by the team.

Medical officials are currently assessing whether the ailing officer will continue treatment at the Bole District Hospital or be referred to the Police Hospital in Accra for further care.

Following the hospital visit, the Special Operations Team resumed its patrol, visiting local markets, schools, and known security hotspots.

The exercise concluded at 5:30 p.m. without incident or casualty.

ASP Bawah Abdul Jalil, speaking on behalf of the team, emphasised that acts of compassion are integral to effective policing.

“We are not just here to enforce the law; we are here to protect life in every form.

Today, our officers demonstrated that public service extends beyond security—it includes humanity,” he said.