Sharjah: A heavily pregnant woman in labour and stuck in a traffic jam during the morning rush hour was rescued by Sharjah police, allowing her to deliver a healthy baby in a Dubai hospital.
The Asian woman and her husband were stuck in the traffic on way from Sharjah to Zulekha Hospital in Dubai, an official said on Wednesday.
Concerned about his wife and their baby, the husband decided to contact Sharjah Police operations room and asked for help.
Sharjah police officers coordinated with Dubai police and rushed the woman in a police vehicle to the hospital due to her serious condition.
Within three minutes, the woman reached hospital and delivered the baby safely.
The mother and her baby are reported to be in good condition.
An officer manning the Sharjah Police central operations room. - Screengrab
Following the rush-hour drama, the woman’s husband thanked the police for their quick response which secured the lives of his loved ones.
Sharjah police assured to the public that they are ready to help anyone who needs it anytime.