Autistic boy's dream to ride in police car fulfilled

Muhammad Firdaus Al Fattah Faris Izuddin, an 8-year-old boy with Level 3 autism and intellectual disability, experienced his dream come true when he was invited to the Putrajaya District Police Headquarters. There, he had the chance to sit in a police vehicle and interact with officers, fulfilling a passion that has significantly impacted his life.

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Every time we see a police car or patrol motorcycle, we will chase it.

Firdaus's fascination with the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) began when he was six. His mother, Fatin Nabila Mohd. Amin, recalled how he would cry whenever police vehicles disappeared from view. Initially, his parents didn't understand his distress, as he was not yet verbal. "My husband said maybe we need to take him closer to the police," she said.

Since then, the family has made an effort to engage with police officers whenever they encounter them, whether it's a patrol car or motorcycle. Even a wave from an officer brings Firdaus joy, but his greatest happiness comes from shaking their hands. This interaction has become a form of therapy for him, especially as his mother cannot afford private therapy sessions.

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My husband said maybe we need to take him closer to the police.

Fatin Nabila explained that experts had recommended therapy for Firdaus's development, but the high cost made consistent sessions impossible. She noted that his interactions with the police have led to a positive change in his behavior, making him calmer and more controlled. Family members and teachers have also observed this improvement.

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If an officer waves from a distance, he is already happy, but what he likes most is shaking hands with them.

She hopes the public will be more understanding of children with autism and refrain from judging them based on behaviors that differ from other children. Her ultimate wish is for Firdaus to become independent, a goal that would bring her and her husband immense happiness.

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If he has a meltdown, I will take him to the police station because that is his therapy.