Malaysian Family Finds Strength in Community Support After Son's Tragic Death in South Korea

Zulfah Fadliani, the mother of the late Ahmad Shah Ahmad, has conveyed profound appreciation for the outpouring of support her family received following the tragic stabbing incident that claimed her son's life in South Korea. The 47-year-old shared that the assistance from various individuals and groups provided immense strength during the family's ordeal, enabling them to navigate the difficult period until the funeral was completed.

She highlighted that her daughter-in-law, Nurcahaya Ruslan, 30, who remains in South Korea, has also been a source of support. "Nurcahaya is doing well, and we are giving each other strength," Zulfah said. "She encourages me, and I encourage her." Nurcahaya is anticipated to return to Malaysia around September, after finalizing arrangements, including repatriating Ahmad Shah's personal belongings and handling the sale of his vehicle.

Zulfah expressed immense gratitude for the compassion shown by Malaysians, whose help was instrumental from the initial stages of bringing her son's body home to the final burial rites. "I don't know how else to express my thanks. I am so grateful that so many people helped our family through the process of bringing back the body until the funeral was completed," she stated, adding a prayer for divine reward for their kindness.

Ahmad Shah was tragically killed after being stabbed during a fight in Eumseong county, North Chungcheong Province. He had been living in South Korea since 2019. The incident occurred after a Malaysian friend contacted him for help. Ahmad Shah and his wife had traveled from their home to the location of the altercation.