A 14-year-old girl has been arrested by police today for allegedly trespassing and impersonating a hospital staff member at Hospital Sultan Idris Shah in Serdang. The incident has raised concerns about security protocols at medical facilities.
According to Sepang District Police Chief ACP Wan Kamarul Azran Wan Yusof, the young suspect was detained in the hospital's lobby after she was found in the operating room, claiming to be a medical officer who was set to assist in surgery.
"The Sepang District Police received a report from hospital staff about an unknown female found in the operating room, claiming to be a medical officer who would assist in surgery. At 8:30 AM, the same individual attempted to register with a false identity, prompting the hospital to contact the police, leading to her arrest," said ACP Wan Kamarul.
During the arrest, police confiscated a scrub suit and a hospital lanyard from the suspect, which she allegedly used to impersonate hospital staff. The motive behind the teenager's actions remains unclear at this time.
The young girl has been remanded for two days as investigations continue. She is being investigated for trespassing under Section 448 of the Penal Code and impersonating a public servant under Section 170 of the Penal Code.
If convicted, the teenager could face serious consequences. For trespassing, she faces up to three years in prison, a fine of RM5,000, or both. For impersonation, the penalty could include up to two years in prison, a fine, or both.
