M’sians Praise PDRM Officers for Saving Woman Attempting to Take Own Life After Hours-Long Standoff

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) received a call about a young woman who was visibly distressed and emotional near a river in Kuala Lumpur.

According to a Facebook post by Friends of PDRM, the incident occurred on 28 December at the Gombak River along Jalan Sultan Ismail.

A woman attempted to jump into the Gombak River

The post added that several PDRM officers spent hours trying to persuade her, but she was uncooperative and refused to speak.

“For hours, officers tried to calm her down, but she wouldn’t cooperate or say a word. No one knew what was going through her mind, and she was ready to jump into the river,” the post stated.

It was also reported that after several hours, the woman was finally calmed with the help of a female police officer.

Officers found a psychiatric treatment record card in her bag

Officers later found a psychiatric medical record card in the woman’s handbag, showing that her last consultation was in September.

“She eventually calmed down with the help of a female police officer and was taken to Kuala Lumpur Hospital for treatment.

“Alhamdulillah, everything was handled well, and our responsibility was fulfilled,” they said.

Netizens started flooding the comment section with their thoughts and reactions.

“The role of a police officer requires handling a wide range of situations. At times, they must be firm and assertive, while at other times, they need to show care and patience. In short, the job is highly versatile. Police officers serve the community by assisting and supporting those in need, in line with their motto, “POLIS SEDIA BERKHIDMAT” (Police Ready to Serve). A special thanks to the MPV BPJKK unit and female police officers (WPC) for performing their duties so diligently.”

“Mental health is no joke. Congratulations to PDRM for successfully resolving this case. To the victim, may you regain the strength and motivation to live a better life. The world is vast, and it’s a waste not to make the most of the opportunities available.”

“Poor thing, had a psychiatric check-up. I hope everything goes smoothly and that she recovers quickly.”

“Thanks to the Royal Malaysia Police for their selfless efforts. Thankfully, the woman is safe.”

“Poor thing. She probably hasn’t seen a doctor in a long time and hasn’t been taking her medication. Mental illness is not something to take lightly. Please take it seriously! Not all illnesses are visible, and the ones you can’t see are often the hardest to deal with. May everything be made easier for her.”

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