Teen's hand trapped in meat grinder at Ipoh premises
IPOH: A 19-year-old Orang Asli teenager was injured after his right hand became trapped in a meat grinder at a premises in the Bercham 10 Light Industrial Area here today.
IPOH - A 19-year-old Orang Asli teenager sustained an injury when his right hand became entangled in a meat grinder at a premises in Bercham 10 Light Industrial Area today. The Perak Fire and Rescue Department was alerted at 4.41pm, prompting the dispatch of eight personnel from the Ipoh Fire and Rescue Station to the location. Upon arrival, the victim remained conscious as his right hand was still trapped in the grinder; medical assistance was requested to alleviate his pain during the rescue operation.
The rescue team utilized the Saver concept, with firefighters employing specialized equipment to carefully separate and cut sections of the machine. The blade mould, which proved to be stainless steel, prevented the teenager's hand from being freed. As the victim's condition deteriorated, the rescue effort was halted, and discussions were held with the medical team. The teenager was subsequently transferred to Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital for further medical attention.
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