4-month-old dies after being found unconscious at childcare centre
Dungun police chief Nik Ab Halim Nik Mat says staff at the centre found the baby unconscious after she had slept and been fed milk.
In a tragic incident at a childcare centre in Bandar Al Muktafi Billah Shah, a four-month-old baby girl passed away after being found unconscious. Dungun police chief Nik Ab Halim Nik Mat revealed that police had received a report on the incident at 3:41 pm. The baby, who appeared in good health when dropped off by her mother at around 8:00 am, was discovered unconscious at approximately 10:00 am.
The centre's staff found her asleep and had been fed milk. She was transported to the Durian Mas health clinic and subsequently referred to Dungun Hospital. Despite medical personnel administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation, the baby succumbed to her injuries around 12:45 pm. The chief stated that no visible physical injuries were observed during the initial examination.
However, the exact cause of death remains undetermined, and a post-mortem examination will be conducted. Police have identified the two caregivers on duty at the time and will record their statements along with those of the victim's parents and other witnesses. As part of the investigation, police will collect medical reports and professional opinions under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001, aiming to ascertain any potential instances of negligence or abandonment.
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