A pregnant woman en route to a remote village in Central Province found herself in a life-threatening situation when she suddenly went into labour, requiring immediate medical attention, but thanks to a police officer, she was able to receive assistance. The distressing incident unfolded as the woman struggled to breathe and experienced severe pain, with no immediate access to healthcare services. In a stroke of timely intervention, Reserve Constable Clement Yobunas, a trained first aider, stepped forward to offer critical assistance. The incident was quickly reported to the 7-Mile Police Station, prompting an immediate response from Station Commander and Reserve Constable Yobunas, who rushed to the scene. “When I arrived, I immediately applied the St John Action Plan, also known as ‘DRSABCD,’ and knew exactly what to do,” said Reserve Constable Yobunas. “I introduced myself as a police officer and a first aider, reassuring the woman and others present that I was there to help until the ambulance arrived.” The woman was in severe pain and unable to stand. Efforts were made to stabilize her as the police headquarters at Konedobu was notified and the National St John Ambulance operations centre was contacted for further support. In recognition of the Reserve Constable’s quick and decisive action, Commissioner David Manning of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary (RPNGC) commended Yobunas for stepping up in a critical moment to assist the distressed woman. “We commend Reserve Constable Yobunas for his quick thinking and decisive action in assisting a pregnant woman in distress. His actions highlight the essence of our duty as police officers—to protect. His ability to step up in such a situation reflects the core values of the Royal Papua New Guinea Constabulary, emphasizing the importance of being prepared to safeguard lives in any circumstance,” said Commissioner Manning. He also encouraged all police officers to undertake first aid training, acknowledging the National St John Ambulance Council for offering this vital training at no cost to officers or the Constabulary. Reserve Constable Yobunas is among 109 individuals who participated in the free community first aid training organized for taxi and bus drivers in the National Capital District in December. The National St John Ambulance Council (NStJA) continues its commitment to expanding first aid knowledge within the community. This year, NStJA plans to train approximately 400 police officers across the Highlands region in basic first aid, preparing them to handle emergencies effectively. As part of its legislative mandate, the National St John Ambulance Council aims to help communities across Papua New Guinea become better prepared for emergencies. One of the key strategies is providing first aid training to ensure individuals can step in and assist in times of need, enhancing the overall safety and preparedness of the population.