Anwar asks for space to investigate student's fall
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim urged the public to allow space for investigation into a student's fatal fall from a school building.
- He expressed condolences to the bereaved family and cautioned against spreading unverified information.
- The Education Ministry is providing counseling and support to those affected by the incident.
Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim has appealed for calm and respect for the grieving family of a female student who died after allegedly falling from the third floor of a secondary school in Negeri Sembilan.
I and Azizah are saddened to receive the news of the passing of a child at a school in Negeri Sembilan today. Condolences to the family who are undergoing this very difficult trial.
"I and Azizah are saddened to receive the news of the passing of a child at a school in Negeri Sembilan today. Condolences to the family who are undergoing this very difficult trial," Anwar stated in a Facebook post. He urged all parties to provide space for the family and refrain from disseminating unconfirmed information while the police conduct their investigation.
The incident, which occurred around 10 a.m. in Sendayan, has caused distress, drawing a crowd to the school premises. The Negeri Sembilan State Education Department confirmed that an internal investigation is underway, and they are cooperating fully with the police inquiry.
I urge all parties to provide space for the family and avoid the spread of unconfirmed information, while the police conduct an investigation.
Anwar also confirmed that the Ministry of Education has mobilized necessary counseling and support services for the victim's family and the school community. He offered prayers for the student's soul and for strength to her family during this challenging time.
May the family be granted patience and strength in facing this very difficult trial.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.