Emergency responders successfully prevented a suicide attempt on Wednesday afternoon after a woman threatened to jump from her 9th-floor apartment in Bandar Tun Hussein Onn, Cheras.
The woman, who has a history of psychiatric treatment, was spotted on her balcony at approximately 3:17 PM, prompting concerned residents to alert authorities.
A joint response team comprising officers from Tun Hussein Onn Police Station and the Fire and Rescue Department was immediately dispatched to the scene.
Kajang police chief, Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof, said they convinced the woman to leave the balcony and open her apartment door after careful negotiation, leading to a successful rescue.
Medical personnel called to the scene, immediately conducted a physical examination, and confirmed she was uninjured.
The Lone Resident
Investigation revealed that the 48-year-old woman lives alone.
Medical records showed she had previously received psychiatric treatment at several hospitals in the Klang Valley area.
She has been sent to Kajang Hospital for further treatment.
At the same time, Naazron advised the public always to be mindful of family members experiencing emotional stress, adding that those struggling with unresolved emotional issues can call the Talian Kasih hotline at 15999.
If you need help or someone to talk to, here’s a list of helplines:
Mental Health Psychosocial Support Service
Tel: 03-2935 9935 or 014-322 3392
Talian Kasih
Tel: 15999 or Whatsapp 019-2615999
Befrienders KL
Tel: 03-7627 2929
Website: www.befrienders.org.my/centre-in-malaysia
Talian Buddy Bear (For children, toll-free, 6pm-12am)
Tel: 1800-18-BEAR or 1800-18-2327
FB Messenger: buddybear.humankind
MySejahtera Digital Healthcare
In the app, click on ‘MyMinda.’