Teenager accused of stabbing classmate claims bullying motive, but police find no evidence

A 15-year-old girl accused of stabbing a classmate at a secondary school in Banting, Malaysia, claims she was motivated by a desire for revenge due to bullying. However, Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar stated that initial investigations, which included interviews with 10 students mentioned in a viral list, did not corroborate the bullying allegations. "The reason given (by the suspect) was related to dissatisfaction or harboring feelings towards several individuals at her school," Shazeli said. "However, the statements obtained do not indicate that bullying activities occurred."

Police are continuing their full investigation into the incident. Shazeli noted that factors contributing to the stabbing might include the suspect's depression and a previous incident late last year where she reportedly jumped from a building at the school. "Yes (jumping from a building), I do not deny that there was a police report stating the suspect jumped from a building at the school," he said.

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The reason given (by the suspect) was related to dissatisfaction or harboring feelings towards several individuals at her school. However, the statements obtained do not indicate that bullying activities occurred.

The suspect, who has autism, was detained for four days. She reportedly purchased the knife online and brought it to school. She entered the school grounds through the main gate during a period of vehicle and pedestrian movement. The victim, also a student, is in stable condition and recovering in the hospital. The suspect had reportedly been homeschooled for eight months due to health issues.

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Yes (jumping from a building), I do not deny that there was a police report stating the suspect jumped from a building at the school.