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Cops launch dual investigations into death of toddler who fell into Sibu drain
ACP Zulkipli Suhaili
SIBU (Aug 6): Police have launched two separate investigations into the death of a two-year-old boy who is believe to have fallen into a roadside drain along Jalan Dr Wong Soon Kai here on Monday night.
Sibu police chief ACP Zulkipli Suhaili said one investigation is being conducted under Section 3(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, for neglect or exposing a child in a manner likely to cause physical or emotional injury, while the second is classified as a sudden death report (SDR).
'Those found guilty under Section 3(1)(a) may face a fine of up to RM20,000, imprisonment of up to 10 years, or both,' he said in a statement yesterday.
According to Zulkipli, police received a report from a medical officer at Sibu Hospital at 11.09pm regarding the incident.
'The victim's body was retrieved from the drain by firefighters and sent to Sibu Hospital. He was found wet, pale, and showing no signs of life upon arrival at the Emergency Unit, where he was later confirmed dead,' he said.
He added that investigations are ongoing to identify any parties involved. Members of the public with relevant information are urged to contact investigating officer ASP Mohd Adzmei Ahmad at 019-7192529 or the nearest police station. boy drain Jalan Dr Wong Soon Kai fell lead Zulkipli Suhaili
