64-year-old woman falls from Penang Bridge, presumed drowned

GEORGE TOWN: A 64-year-old woman is feared drowned after falling from the Penang Bridge on Monday (July 24).

Penang Fire and Rescue Department spokesman said the victim reportedly jumped off at KM2.2 of the bridge heading towards the island.

“We received the info from police informing us that a woman had jumped off from the bridge at 4.21am,” said the spokesman, adding that rescuers are now scouring the sea for her body.

The spokesman said the victim also left all her belongings in the car.

Those suffering from problems or mental health issues can reach out to: Mental Health Psychosocial Support Service (03-2935 9935 or 014-322 3392); Talian Kasih (15999 or WhatsApp 019-261 5999); Jakim’s Family, Social and Community care centre (WhatsApp 011-1959 8214); and Befrienders Kuala Lumpur (03-7627 2929 or www.befrienders.org.my/centre-in-malaysia a full list of numbers and operating hours).

A tragic incident occurred in George Town on Monday when a 64-year-old woman fell from the Penang Bridge, and she is now feared drowned. According to a spokesman from the Penang Fire and Rescue Department, the victim jumped off at KM2.2 of the bridge, heading towards the island. The incident was reported to authorities by the police at 4.21 in the morning. Currently, rescuers are conducting search efforts in the sea in hopes of finding the woman’s body.

Further details mentioned that the victim left all of her belongings in her car before she took the tragic decision. The reason behind her actions remains unknown. However, this incident raises concerns about mental health and emotional well-being. For those in need of support, there are several helpline services available in Malaysia. Contact the Mental Health Psychosocial Support Service at 03-2935 9935 or 014-322 3392. Another option is to reach out to Talian Kasih at 15999 or via WhatsApp at 019-261 5999. Jakim’s Family, Social and Community care centre provides assistance as well and can be contacted via WhatsApp at 011-1959 8214. Befrienders Kuala Lumpur is another option, reachable at 03-7627 2929 or through their website www.befrienders.org.my/centre-in-malaysia, where you can find a full list of numbers and operating hours.