PANGKEP, SOUTH SULAWESI —–— Grief envelops the Dompet Dhuafa family. The best humanitarian workers of the South Sulawesi Free Health Service (LKC) were involved in a maritime accident while carrying out their noble mission of monitoring and evaluating the Kampung Sehati program on Sarappo Island on Saturday (12/27/2025).
The list of LKC South Sulawesi team members who departed: Imran, Andi Mappasallang, Etty Permatasari, Siti Patimah, and Nurlina Wulan Cahya.
Based on the information received, three people were declared dead, including:
- Ns. Imran, S.Kep – Regional Coordinator of LKC South Sulawesi (Dompet Dhuafa)
- Head of Sub-District (Local Government)
- Midwife Darma – (Local Health Center)
This heartbreaking incident began when the team departed from Maccini Baji Port at around 08:00 WITA by sea. Imran, along with the South Sulawesi LKC team and local government officials, was on his way to Sarappo Island.
However, during the trip, the weather was reported to be bad. And at around 11:00 WITA, the ship sank in the waters. Initial information about this incident was received at around 12:00 WITA. As a result, the lives of the coordinator, the Liukang Tupabbiring District Head, and a midwife could not be saved.
Imran’s passing leaves a deep void in the world of philanthropy. He was known as a tireless humanitarian who went to remote areas to ensure that healthcare reached those in need.
The Head of LKC Dompet Dhuafa, Dr. Martina Tirta Sari, expressed her deep sorrow and paid her last respects to the deceased and other colleagues who had passed away.
“The deceased passed away while carrying out humanitarian work. We humbly ask all parties to forgive the deceased for any mistakes he made during his lifetime, whether intentional or unintentional,” said Dr. Martina with great emotion.
“May all the deceased be given the best place at the side of Allah SWT, may all their sins be forgiven, and may all their good deeds be accepted. We also pray that the families left behind will be given fortitude, strength of faith, and sincerity in facing this tragedy.”
This tragedy is not only a loss for Dompet Dhuafa, but also for the people of Sarappo Island who had been eagerly awaiting their arrival. In addition to Imran, prayers were also offered for the late Fitri Mubarak (Head of Liukang Tupabbiring Subdistrict) and Midwife Darma, who also died in this tragedy.
Currently, the bodies of the victims are being returned to their respective homes in Pangkajene and Makassar. Dompet Dhuafa is committed to continuing to accompany the families of the deceased and ensuring that the humanitarian mission initiated by the deceased continues as an unbroken legacy of kindness.
Farewell, humanitarian warriors. Your promise of service has been fulfilled. (Dompet Dhuafa)
Text and photos: Dhika, LKC South Sulawesi
Editor: Dedi