Law student attempts to commit suicide from new Penang bridge

A 27-year-old law student, said to be the nephew of a deputy minister, became the first person to jump off the Penang bridge at about 2.40pm on Wednesday.

South-West District Police Chief, Supt Lai Fah Hin said, the victim is currently being treated at a hospital in Penang and is reported to be in stable condition.

He added, the student is believed to have attempted to commit suicide on the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge which was officially opened on Saturday.

The victim had been rescued by several fishermen who were about 500m from Kilometer 13.9 of the Sultan Abdul Halim Mu’adzam Shah Bridge.

Police have not released the victim’s name or reason behind the suicide attempt.

Lai Fah Hin added, an investigation paper had been opened under Section 309 of the Penal Code for attempted suicide.