A 48-year-old man was rescued after he jumped off the Penang Bridge this morning in what’s believed to be a suicide attempt.
The incident happened at KM 2.2 of the bridge, heading towards the island, at around 10:03am on 9 November.
Left his car, then jumped
According to the Fire and Rescue Department, the man was first spotted leaving his car on the bridge before leaping into the sea moments later.
Panic quickly broke out among road users who witnessed the scene.
Saved by a fisherman
Fortunately, an angler who was fishing nearby saw the man in the water and sprang into action, successfully pulling him to safety before emergency responders arrived.
Fire dept handed him over to police
Fire and Rescue personnel from BBP Perai reached the location shortly after and worked to calm the victim down. He was later handed over to the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) for further action.
The entire operation concluded at 11:26am.
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Befrienders KL
Contact: 03-76272929
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Befrienders Penang
Contact: 04-2910 100
Operating hours: 3pm- 12am daily
SNEHAM Malaysia
Contact: 1800 225757
Operating hours: 4 pm-8 pm daily
LifeLine Malaysia
Counselling Helpline: 03-4265 7995
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Late-Night Helpline: 011-5779 5803, 011-5779 5813
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