13-year-old boy in critical condition after falling at an Ipoh secondary school.

13-year-old boy in critical condition after falling at an Ipoh secondary school.

IPOH, June 23 — A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after allegedly falling from a building at a secondary school here yesterday.

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IPOH, June 23 — A 13-year-old boy is in critical condition after allegedly falling from a building at a secondary school here yesterday.

Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said police received information about the incident at 2.49pm via the MERS 999 emergency hotline. Following the alert, police and medical personnel were dispatched to the scene to provide assistance and begin initial investigations.

He said the victim was rushed to Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital (HRPB) for treatment.

“Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the incident. At this stage, police are still recording statements from witnesses and reviewing all relevant aspects. The public is advised against speculating or sharing unverified information,” he said in a statement last night.

Mohd Alwi also called on the public to respect the privacy of the victim, his family, and the school while the investigation and treatment continue, and thanked all parties for their cooperation.

He added that police will carry out a thorough and transparent investigation, with updates to be provided from time to time. — Bernama

Perak police chief Datuk Mohd Alwi Zainal Abidin said investigations are underway into the case of the 13-year-old boy critically injured after allegedly falling from a secondary school in Ipoh on June 22, 2026. — Bernama pic

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