School Management Questioned Over Bullying Incident Leading to Student Injury in Sarawak

Authorities in Sarawak, Malaysia, are investigating a reported bullying incident at a school in Bau district where a Form Two student allegedly sustained injuries. The victim's mother had reportedly lodged a complaint about bullying approximately two weeks before the physical assault occurred.

Mordi Bimol, the Member of Parliament for Mas Gading and Deputy Minister of Youth and Sports, expressed serious concern. He stated that the school's management must provide a clear explanation for why preventive measures were not taken earlier to stop the bullying, which escalated to physical harm. Bimol emphasized that schools should be safe environments, not places where students fear attending classes.

According to Bau District Police Chief, Superintendent Mohd. Haide A. Rahman, the incident occurred in a classroom. Initial investigations suggest the victim was pushed from behind by a classmate, causing her to fall and hit a metal structure on the whiteboard. Bimol added that the victim had allegedly faced repeated emotional and physical harassment before this incident. He commended the police for their swift action in opening an investigation under Section 507B of the Penal Code and expressed full confidence in their thorough investigation to ensure justice for the victim.