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Boys aged 3 and 6 found alone by roadside, police open investigation

Boys aged 3 and 6 found alone by roadside, police open investigation

KUALA LUMPUR: Two young boys were found wandering alone by the roadside near Bandar Bukit Mahkota in Bangi today before being brought to the police station by the public.
Kajang district police chief Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abd Yusof said the boys, aged three and six, were found in good condition and without adult supervision at around 11.57am.
"They were handed over to the Bangi police station by concerned members of the public after being found alone near a road.
"Further investigation revealed that the boys had left their babysitter's house without her knowledge while she was asleep," he said in a statement yesterday.
Naazron said the boys' parents were contacted and arrived at the police station at around 2pm, after which the children were safely reunited with them.
An investigation is being carried out under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 for child neglect, which carries a maximum fine of RM50,000, a jail term of up to 20 years, or both, upon conviction.
Naazron urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and ensure the safety of young children to prevent similar incidents.
He said those with information on the case should come forward and contact investigating officer Inspector Nor Farahin Mohd Yatim at 017-398 7188.
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