Customs officers of Customs Fleet demonstrated professionalism and composure by sucessfully saving a citizen's life during a maritime incident this year.
During the ship rummaging duty on 15 March 2023, Customs officers discovered that the captain had lost consciousness and showed no vital signs. They swiftly performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation and utilized the automated external defibrillator equipped on the Sector Patrol Launch to revive the captain. The shipping company expressed gratitude by presenting an appreciation letter and flag to honor their heroic acts.
These incidents serve as a testament to the unwavering vigilance, dedication, and commitment of the Customs officers in safeguarding the lives of citizens.
■Customs officers are always prepared to handle unexpected maritime incidents during shipping rummaging duty.
