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Borneo Post
18 hours ago
- Health
- Borneo Post
Bintulu toddler Gonzalez Yiu just short of RM50,000 for life-saving second liver transplant in China
Gonzalez and Viviana are seen at UMMC in Kuala Lumpur while waiting for sufficient funds for the critical liver transplant. SIBU (June 20): A fundraising campaign to enable Bintulu toddler Gonzalez Yiu to undergo a critical second liver transplant in China needs less than RM50,000 more to achieve its target of RM231,930. His mother Viviana Thomas said as of yesterday, the campaign had collected RM183,287.25 to support the surgery and treatment at Renji Hospital in Shanghai. Gonzalez is battling Type II autoimmune hepatitis and end-stage liver disease. Viviana appealed for help to raise the remaining RM48,642.75 for her son —who has been battling the illness since he was six months old — to receive the life-saving treatment. 'Every passing day is critical for Gonzalez. We truly appreciate every donation and prayer from the public,' she said when contacted today. She also shared the family's heartfelt gratitude for the support and compassion shown by the public throughout the campaign. The total amount includes a Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) machine worth RM6,930 to help Gonzalez, who is one year and 11 months old, breathe steadily before and after the surgery in China. For now, Gonzalez remains under monitoring at the University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) in Kuala Lumpur, while waiting for sufficient funds and assistance from the Biliary Atresia Malaysia Association (BAMA) to manage documentation and obtain Ethical Approval. Those wishing to help ease the family's burden can channel donations through Yayasan Nanyang Press (OCBC Bank 701-120679-6) with the reference Gonzalez Yiu. Donors who require tax exemption receipts can complete the online form and upload proof of payment via: On May 22, Viviana told Utusan Borneo the family was left with no choice but to appeal to the public for help as their savings had been exhausted on essential needs, treatments, and repeated hospital trips. The youngest of two siblings, Gonzalez underwent his first liver transplant in March last year, but suffered serious complications when the new liver —donated by his mother — began to fail. For the second transplant, Gonzalez's father Yiu Kuok Ling will donate part of his liver. For further information, contact Viviana on 010-7661816. Related report: Gonzalez Yiu lead liver transplant Renji Hospital Viviana Thomas
Sinar Daily
2 days ago
- Sinar Daily
From Brickfields to Cheras: Unpacking KL's recent spate of gun violence
SHAH ALAM – Gun violence is seldom a topic of discussion due to Malaysia's overall safety and strict laws regarding firearm use. However, two back-to-back shootings in Kuala Lumpur, one in Cheras and the other in Brickfields, have undoubtedly raised public alarm. While rare in Malaysia, police are intensifying efforts to track down suspects involved in two targeted shootings in Brickfields and Cheras. Notably, police say both attacks were targeted acts of violence linked to criminal rivalries from outside the city. Here's a detailed breakdown of what transpired, what the authorities uncovered, and why they insist the capital remains safe. Gunfire at Brickfields Restaurant The first shooting took place on a breezy Friday night, June 14, at 10.50pm in a popular dining area along Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields. According to Brickfields district police chief Assistant Commissioner Ku Mashariman Ku Mahmood, a group of diners, comprising three men aged between 30 and 50, were eating at a restaurant when they were suddenly ambushed by two men on a motorcycle. The assailants, without warning, opened fire on the group and quickly fled the scene. Tragically, one of the men died at the scene from gunshot wounds, while the other two victims were rushed to the Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC). One of the victims sustained serious injuries, while the other was treated for minor wounds. The motive, initially unclear, was later confirmed to stem from a criminal conflict originating in Selangor. The deceased had reportedly just been released from police remand earlier that day in relation to another related case in Selangor. 'This case originated from a conflict in Selangor. However, the assailants waited for the right opportunity to shoot the victim while he was at a restaurant on Jalan Tun Sambanthan,' Kuala Lumpur police chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa said. Kuala Lumpur Police Chief Datuk Rusdi Mohd Isa. Bernama FILE PIX CCTV footage is currently being reviewed and examined. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder. Midnight Ambush at Cheras Mall Four days later, in the early hours of Tuesday, June 18, another deadly shooting occurred — this time in Cheras, outside a shopping mall located on Jalan Loke Yew. According to Kuala Lumpur Deputy Police Chief Datuk Mohamed Yusuf Jan Mohamad, a distress call came in at 12.48am. When policemen arrived at the scene, they found two local men in their 40s lying on the ground, fatally shot. Preliminary investigations revealed that the victims had just exited the mall and were heading to their parked car when they were suddenly attacked by masked gunmen. 'The suspects, wearing black ski masks, arrived in a Perodua Alza before opening fire. They fled the scene immediately after the shooting,' Yusuf said. Tragically, both men died on the spot. Police believe the shooting was tied to criminal smuggling activities in Sibu, Sarawak, and that the victims were being stalked by individuals with grudges or criminal ties from that region. 'The victims had just arrived from Sibu, Sarawak, and were in Kuala Lumpur for personal matters. It is likely they were being followed,' Rusdi also confirmed. Similar to the Brickfields shooting, this case is also being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code. Police and authorities are currently working around the clock to track down the suspects of the shooting. No Cause for Concern, Yet Despite the alarming proximity of the two shootings in both time and location, police have strongly stated that these were not random acts of violence on random civilians. 'The incidents involved targeted individuals and arose from conflicts that originated outside the capital area,' Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Razarudin Husain - BERNAMA FILE PIX He added that the public need not be concerned, as these were specific feuds between known individuals, not indiscriminate shootings. 'There is no need for public concern, as security around Kuala Lumpur remains under control,' he said, clarifying that police have intensified patrols and operations city-wide in response to the events. Coordinated Police Response in Full Swing Rusdi has reiterated that the Kuala Lumpur Criminal Investigation Department (CID), alongside other police units, has activated all necessary resources to solve both cases swiftly. 'All relevant units have been mobilised to identify and arrest the perpetrators involved,' he said. The public has been urged to cooperate and share any relevant information that may help in the investigations. 'I urge the public to continue cooperating and sharing information with Kuala Lumpur Police to combat criminal activities and any acts that may compromise public safety,' Rusdi stated. As of now, the suspects are yet to be named. Despite increasing concern for public safety, the police force remains adamant about ensuring the public practices calm and composure as the investigation progresses.
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New Straits Times
4 days ago
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Two men shot dead outside Cheras mall in second KL shooting incident
KUALA LUMPUR: Two men were gunned down outside a shopping mall in Cheras just after midnight today. This marks the second fatal shooting in the capital in four days, following an incident in Brickfields where one man was killed and two others were injured at a restaurant on Jalan Tun Sambanthan on Friday. Initial reports indicate that the two men were attacked by a group of suspects outside the mall along Jalan Loke Yew. The victims were reportedly heading to a car parked within the mall's compound when they were attacked. It is believed the suspects, who were wearing helmets, ran toward the victims and fired several shots at them. Cheras police have been contacted for further details. It was earlier reported that a man was killed and two others injured after they were shot while eating at a restaurant in Jalan Tun Sambanthan, Brickfields, on Friday. In the 10.50pm incident, the three men, aged between 30 and 50, were dining with several friends when they were approached by two men on a motorcycle. The two suspects then fired several shots at the group. One of the victims succumbed to his injuries and died at the scene from gunshot wounds. His body was sent to Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) for a post-mortem examination. The other two victims are currently receiving treatment at UMMC. One sustained serious injuries while the other suffered minor wounds. The case is being investigated under Section 302 of the Penal Code for murder.
Sinar Daily
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Sinar Daily
Car wash worker seriously injured after vehicle plunges from third-floor parking deck
Initial investigations revealed the worker lost control of the vehicle while attempting to park it after washing. 16 Jun 2025 08:50am The victim sustained serious injuries and was taken to the red zone of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) for emergency treatment. KUALA LUMPUR - A car wash worker was seriously injured after the vehicle he was driving crashed through a wall and plunged from the third floor of a service apartment parking area at Jalan Klang Lama yesterday. Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) chief ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa said the incident, which occurred at 5.38pm, involved a Toyota Camry driven by a 23-year-old Afghan man. Initial investigations revealed the worker lost control of the vehicle while attempting to park it after washing. "He is believed to have accidentally pressed the accelerator, causing the car to smash through the wall and fall to the ground,' he said when contacted yesterday. The car landed on two other vehicles - a Proton Iriz and a Perodua Myvi, parked at the ground level of the building. Fortunately, no one was inside those vehicles at the time. The victim sustained serious injuries and was taken to the red zone of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) for emergency treatment. The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. - BERNAMA
Malay Mail
5 days ago
- Malay Mail
Vehicle plunges off third-floor parking deck in Old Klang Road; car wash worker seriously hurt
KUALA LUMPUR, June 16 — A car wash worker was seriously injured after the vehicle he was driving crashed through a wall and plunged from the third floor of a service apartment parking area at Jalan Klang Lama yesterday evening. Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) chief ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa said the incident, which occurred at 5.38pm, involved a Toyota Camry driven by a 23-year-old Afghan man. Initial investigations revealed the worker lost control of the vehicle while attempting to park it after washing. He is believed to have accidentally pressed the accelerator, causing the car to smash through the wall and fall to the ground, he said when contacted by Bernama. The car landed on two other vehicles — a Proton Iriz and a Perodua Myvi, parked at the ground level of the building. Fortunately, no one was inside those vehicles at the time. The victim sustained serious injuries and was taken to the red zone of Universiti Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) for emergency treatment. The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. — Bernama
