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New Straits Times
11 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Cyberjaya University to tighten security following student's murder
KUALA LUMPUR: Cyberjaya University has pledged to tighten its security measures following the death of a 20-year-old female student at a shared condominium provided by the institution. In a statement, the university said it was working closely with security experts to further enhance its safety protocols. "The safety of our students, their families, and the surrounding community remains our utmost priority," the statement read. The university also confirmed it is cooperating fully with the authorities to ensure a thorough investigation is carried out. It further urged the public to respect the family's privacy and refrain from speculating or spreading unverified information. It was reported that the student was found dead in her condominium unit on Tuesday morning, in what police have confirmed as a murder. A manhunt for the suspect is ongoing. Sepang police chief, Assistant Commissioner Norhizam Bahaman, said the victim's body was discovered recently. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. Police are urging anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. Members of the public may contact investigating officer ASP Mohd Husny Hussien at 012-930 7860 or proceed to the nearest police station.
New Straits Times
16 hours ago
- New Straits Times
MP calls for stronger safety protocols after student murder in Cyberjaya
KUALA LUMPUR: A government backbencher has urged the Higher Education Ministry to review and strengthen existing safety protocols to enhance security measures at student accommodations nationwide. Bandar Kuching member of parliament Dr Kelvin Yii, in a statement today, said the incident involving a female student who was murdered in her dormitory room in Cyberjaya has raised serious concerns about student safety, particularly for those living far from home. "I urge the ministry to review and strengthen existing safety protocols and work closely with all educational institutions to enhance their security measures at student accommodations nationwide. "This incident must serve as a wake-up call to both educational institutions and authorities responsible for student welfare. "Police and all relevant authorities must conduct an immediate, thorough and transparent investigation into the tragic death of the student from Kuching," he said. He said educational institutions and hostel management must also take proactive steps to ensure that all students are provided with a safe living environment, including secure dorm access, functioning CCTV, emergency reporting systems, and close coordination with local police. "The heinous crime that followed paints the outcome of a failed system to protect the safety of the students, which should have always been the priority of any educational institution. "Campus safety cannot be treated as an afterthought or a box-ticking exercise. "The safety of students must be embedded as a core institutional responsibility. "Prevention must take priority and necessary improvements must be made without waiting for another tragedy to occur," he said. It was reported that a 20-year-old university student was found dead in her condominium unit here on Tuesday morning. The case is now being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. Those with information of the case can contact investigating officer ASP Mohd Husny Hussien at 012-930 7860, or go to the nearest police station.
