PETALING JAYA: The Universiti Malaya (UM) student reported to have fallen from one of the residential colleges earlier today has died.
The university extended its heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies to the family of the deceased.
“The university, through the student affairs department, is providing full support and assistance to the family during this difficult time,” UM said in a statement.
It said the cause of the incident remains under police investigation and that the university will fully cooperate with the authorities.
UM also appealed to the public to respect the family’s privacy and to avoid speculation or sharing of unverified information about the case.
Earlier, the university said the student had fallen at around 3.30pm today and was taken to Universiti Malaya Medical Centre for treatment.