PETALING JAYA: A seven-month-old baby boy died while under the care of a childcare centre in Taman Danau Kota, Kuala Lumpur, on Monday morning.
Wangsa Maju deputy police chief Syahrul Anuar Abdul Wahab said a post-mortem was underway to determine the cause of death.
“Statements from the childcare centre and other relevant individuals will be recorded,” he said in a statement.
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The case is being investigated under Section 31(1) of the Child Act 2001 for abuse, neglect, abandonment, or exposure of children.
Those found guilty may face a fine not exceeding RM20,000, a prison term of up to 10 years, or both.
