KUCHING: Kuching South City Council (MBKS) Mayor, Datuk Wee Hong Seng, has called for compassion and unity to take precedence over political point-scoring.
This follows a viral Facebook post by Pending assemblywoman, Violet Yong Wui Wui, who claimed that the Democratic Action Party (DAP) was the first to call an ambulance for an elderly man in distress.
In a Facebook Live response, Wee expressed disappointment that a humanitarian act was being politicised.
He stressed that what truly mattered was the well-being of the individual in need, not who called for help first.
“The most important question should be – is the old man okay now?
“Why was he there? What happened to him? Has anyone contacted his family or checked whether he needs further assistance?” he said.
Referring to the incident, he emphasised that saving a life is a shared responsibility.
“Calling an ambulance is not about gaining credit. It’s a duty of every Sarawakian, every Kuchingite,” he said.
Without naming individuals, the mayor pointedly questioned the motive behind highlighting who made the call first.
“Do you think you deserve a prize because you called first? Is this a competition?
“What’s the impact of making such a claim? Will it make people respect you more?” he asked.
“Even doctors in the emergency room don’t ask which political party you support before treating you.
“They just save you, because it’s their job. That’s the mindset we all need to have.”
Wee further urged elected representatives and community members alike to focus on larger and more pressing issues affecting the city, such as infrastructure, the environment and public safety, rather than using humanitarian situations for political mileage.
“This issue shouldn’t even be a debate. If multiple people called, that shows we live in a caring society.
“That’s something to be proud of, not argue about,” Wee added.
He ended the session by reiterating his belief in the kindness of Kuching residents.
“You don’t need to prove you care. Kindness comes from the heart.
“Let’s focus on real issues and move forward together,” he concluded.
