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GEORGE TOWN – A woman’s attempt to jump off Penang bridge was foiled today when she was saved by passers-by.
The incident was captured on social media before it went viral on the Penang Today Community Facebook page.
The videos showed people gathering near the woman before a man snatched her from behind.
The good Samaritan was then assisted by a few others at the bridge.
The bridge has become a hotspot for a spate of suicide cases this month.
It was reported on May 17 that at least five individuals jumped off the structure in the last 12 days.
The incidents occurred in the midst of the long Hari Raya Aidilfitri period when the bridge recorded a high level of traffic.
Synthia Surin, regional director of the International College of Clinical Hypnotherapy Practitioners Asia, told The Vibes that patrols must be doubled to prevent the bridge from becoming a preferred spot for suicidal persons.
“We should also consider installing more CCTVs on the bridge to make it difficult for people to jump off,” she said.
In her work, Surin has interviewed many patients with suicidal tendencies who attested that they found the 13.5km bridge an easy place to end their lives.
Considered a key traffic artery in Penang, the bridge, which was completed in 1985, is now also a spot where mentally distressed persons head to do the unthinkable. – The Vibes, May 21, 2022
Those suffering mental health issues can call Talian Kasih at 15999, or reach out to Befrienders at 03-7627-2929 or sam@befrienders.org.my for support