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Malaysian police probe deaths of two teens in Ipoh

From The Straits Times · () English

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  • Malaysian police are investigating the deaths of two 14-year-old schoolgirls found near the Sungai Pari flats in Ipoh.
  • The victims were discovered unconscious on the evening of July 24, having reportedly left school willingly.
  • Initial findings suggest no foul play, but police await post-mortem and forensic reports for the definitive cause of death.

Malaysian authorities have launched an investigation into the deaths of two 14-year-old schoolgirls discovered near the Sungai Pari flats in Ipoh.

Both victims are believed to have left their school willingly before being found unconscious at the location.

— Mohd Alwi Zainal AbidinPerak police chief describing the circumstances under which the two schoolgirls were found.

Perak police chief Commissioner Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin stated that the victims were found unconscious on the evening of July 24. Preliminary investigations indicate that both girls had willingly left their school premises before being found at the location.

Initial investigations found no foul play.

— Mohd Alwi Zainal AbidinPerak police chief stating the preliminary findings of the investigation.

"Initial investigations found no foul play," Mohd Alwi said in a statement released on July 25. He added that the police would continue their investigation to determine the real cause of death once the post-mortem report and forensic analysis are complete.

We will continue investigating the real cause after obtaining the post mortem report and forensics analysis.

— Mohd Alwi Zainal AbidinPerak police chief outlining the next steps in the investigation.

Police are appealing to the public for any information regarding the incident. Those with details can contact the Ipoh district police operations center or report to the nearest police station. Commissioner Mohd Alwi also urged the public to refrain from speculating about the case or spreading unverified information, emphasizing the need to respect the privacy of the victims' families.

We also urge the people not to speculate on the incident or spread unverified information and respect the privary of the victims’ family.

— Mohd Alwi Zainal AbidinPerak police chief appealing to the public for responsible reporting and respect for the victims' families.
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