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The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Cops piecing together events that led to Form One student's death in Papar
KOTA KINABALU: Police are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the cause of death of a 13-year-old student found unconscious in a drain near her school dormitory in Papar district near here on Wednesday (July 16). The girl, who was from Sipitang and also a resident at the dormitory, is believed to have fallen from the building and was found at 3am that day. Papar OCPD Supt Kamaruddin Ambo Sakka said his department received a report on the incident at 8.16am on Wednesday. He said the victim was taken to the Queen Elizabeth I Hospital here for treatment. 'However, she was confirmed dead at about 1pm on Thursday (July 17),' he said in a statement issued here on Friday (July 18), confirming the child's death. ALSO READ: Police probing death of Form One student in Sabah, says Fadhlina Widespread claims on social media allege that she was a victim of bullying. Supt Kamaruddin said the investigation was being conducted to identify the cause of death, as well as to determine the events that led to the incident. 'The public is asked not to make any speculation that could affect the investigation process, and to respect the privacy and feelings of the victim's family, who are grieving,' he said. Supt Kamaruddin also urged anyone with information on the case to come forward by contacting the district police headquarters at 088-912222 or going to the nearest police station. The incident sparked calls for action from netizens against alleged bullying after the news went viral on social media. In a Facebook post, Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, who visited the mother of the Form One student at the hospital, said the ministry would investigate and provide assistance.
Daily Express
3 days ago
- Daily Express
Fairuz urges firm action against school bullies
Published on: Friday, July 18, 2025 Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025 By: Noor Zafira Zayn Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: Assistant Youth and Sports Minister Datuk Fairuz Renddan ( pic ) has urged schools and relevant authorities to take firm action against bullies and not protect them. He said any student involved in bullying must face appropriate consequences, warning that shielding their identities sends the wrong message. Advertisement Fairuz stressed that unchecked bullying could lead to future antisocial behaviour that threatens the fabric of society. He made the remarks in a statement on Friday following the death of a Form One student at a school in Papar, who reportedly fell from the third floor of the school building on Wednesday. The student was taken to Queen Elizabeth Hospital 1 (HQEI) for treatment but died on Thursday night. Offering his condolences, Fairuz said he was heartbroken as a father, imagining the pain of losing a child under such tragic circumstances. He appealed to all parties in authority to address the issue of bullying seriously, calling for strong disciplinary measures to prevent further harm to school communities. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Borneo Post
3 days ago
- Borneo Post
Police probing death of student in Sabah - Fadhlina
Fadhlina speaking with the family members of the student during her visit to the hospital. KOTA KINABALU (July 18): The death of a Form One student who allegedly fell from a third-floor dormitory at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Tun Datu Mustafa Limauan, Sabah, is now under police investigation, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She said the Ministry of Education (MOE) was fully cooperating with the authorities regarding the incident involving the female student. 'The ministry's top management and I visited the family at the hospital to ensure their needs are met and their welfare is taken care of. 'The Sabah Education Department (JPN) has also provided immediate assistance to the family, including in terms of psychosocial support,' she said in a Facebook post on Friday. Fadhlina appealed to the public to refrain from speculation that could hinder the investigation and to respect the family's privacy. 'Action will be taken in accordance with the investigation's outcome,' she said while expressing condolences to the family and praying for their strength and patience during this difficult time. On Thursday, a Facebook user, Dun Sindumin Sipitang, shared a post about the incident involving a student, a former pupil of Sekolah Kebangsaan Pantai Sipitang, who was laid to rest at Tanjung Ubi Cemetery, Kampung Mesapol. —Bernama
The Star
3 days ago
- The Star
Police probing death of Form One student in Sabah, says Fadhlina
KUALA LUMPUR: The death of a Form One student who allegedly fell from a third-floor dormitory at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Tun Datu Mustafa Limauan, Sabah, is now under police investigation, says Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek ( pic ). She said the Education Ministry was fully cooperating with the authorities regarding the incident involving the female student. "The ministry's top management and I visited the family at the hospital to ensure their needs are met and their welfare is taken care of. "The Sabah Education Department has also provided immediate assistance to the family, including in terms of psychosocial support," she said in a Facebook post on Friday (July 18). Fadhlina appealed to the public to refrain from speculation that could hinder the investigation and to respect the family's privacy. "Action will be taken in accordance with the investigation's outcome,' she said while expressing condolences to the family and praying for their strength and patience during this difficult time. On Thursday (July 17), a Facebook user, Dun Sindumin Sipitang, shared a post about the incident involving a student, a former pupil of Sekolah Kebangsaan Pantai Sipitang, who was laid to rest at Tanjung Ubi Cemetery, Kampung Mesapol. - Bernama
Barnama
3 days ago
- Barnama
Police Probing Death Of Form One Student In Sabah
KUALA LUMPUR, July 18 (Bernama) -- The death of a Form One student who allegedly fell from a third-floor dormitory at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Agama (SMKA) Tun Datu Mustafa Limauan, Sabah, is now under police investigation, said Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek. She said the Ministry of Education (MOE) was fully cooperating with the authorities regarding the incident involving the female student. 'The ministry's top management and I visited the family at the hospital to ensure their needs are met and their welfare is taken care of.
