A mother and her two young daughters were found dead inside a bedroom of their home in Bandar Baru Tambun in Ipoh on Thursday night (30 July), prompting an investigation by police to determine the cause of the tragedy.
Ipoh District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Muhammad Najib Hamzah said authorities were alerted to the incident after receiving a report at approximately 9.10 PM.
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Container with burnt charcoal remains found inside bedroom
Police officers who arrived at the scene discovered the bodies of a 46-year-old woman and her two daughters, aged 12 and 11, inside one of the rooms in the house. All three victims were Malaysian nationals. During the inspection of the room, investigators also found a container believed to contain burnt charcoal remains. The item has been seized as part of the ongoing investigation.
In his official statement on Friday morning (31 July), Najib said a preliminary examination carried out by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) forensic team, together with a forensic pathologist, found no visible injuries or indications of criminal elements on the bodies.
“Initial findings did not reveal any signs of physical injury or foul play.”
The case has been classified as a sudden death while investigators continue to establish the exact circumstances and cause of the deaths. Post-mortem examinations were scheduled to be conducted on Friday to assist investigators in determining the cause of death and to complete the investigation.
In the meantime, Najib also urged the public to refrain from speculating or sharing unverified information while the investigation remains ongoing.
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