An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) specialist, Daniel Asare, stated that National Ambulance Service personnel made every effort to save Charles Amissah, an engineer who died following a hit-and-run accident at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Overpass. Asare’s comments on Wednesday addressed findings from a government committee that concluded Amissah, 29, died due to medical neglect and denial of emergency care after being refused by three Accra hospitals.
Context of the Incident
The incident involving Charles Amissah has drawn significant attention following the release of a government-appointed committee’s report. The report detailed a harrowing experience for the victim, who, after being struck by a vehicle at a busy intersection, was allegedly turned away by multiple medical facilities. This led to a critical delay in receiving necessary medical attention, which the committee concluded was a contributing factor to his death.
The National Ambulance Service is at the center of the discussion, with questions raised about the initial care provided and the subsequent efforts to secure treatment for Mr. Amissah. The committee’s findings have placed a spotlight on the emergency medical response system and hospital protocols for handling trauma cases.
EMT’s Defense of Rescue Efforts
Daniel Asare, an EMT specialist, expressed his dismay at the committee’s conclusions, particularly those suggesting inadequate care from the emergency responders. He asserted that the EMTs on duty acted professionally and did their utmost under extremely challenging circumstances.
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