Last night (Monday, 1st August), a 23-year-old woman fell to her death from what could be an apparent suicide at Suria KLCC mall much to the horror of shoppers who witnessed the incident. It was reported that the tragedy occurred at around 9:38pm and that the deceased fell from the 4th floor of the mall.
The tragic incident was reportedly caught on the mall’s CCTV. Authorities rushed to the scene after receiving a distress call at around 9:45pm.
According to Dang Wangi police chief Assistant Commissioner Noor Dellhan Yahaya, the young victim was apparently alone and roaming around on the 4th floor of the centre court before falling to the ground floor. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Suria KLCC recently released a statement regarding last night’s incident. “The management of Suria KLCC regrets to confirm that there has been an unfortunate incident that took place this evening at Suria KLCC as a result of someone falling from an upper level of the mall. It deeply saddened us to inform that the person has passed away.
The investigating officers are currently on site and we are cooperating and working closely with them to provide them with access to any / all resources they may need to assist them in their investigations.”
In accordance with media guidelines of reporting suicide cases, we will not be sharing any photos/videos of the incident. If you are struggling with mental health issues such as depression and suicidal tendencies, please contact the following hotlines such as Talian Kasih (15999) or The Befrienders (03-76272929).
Sources: TheStar, Malaysiakini, Suria KLCC
