GEORGETOWN: The Malaysian Army commended the swift action of its personnel in rescuing two individuals who fell from the Penang Bridge here, saying it is exemplary.
In a statement issued today, the Army said that during the incident, Corporal Mazlan Abdul Rahman who was crossing the bridge immediately jumped upon hearing cries for help from beneath the structure.
Mazlan , who serves with the Second Battalion of the Royal Malay Regiment (2 RAMD) also provided Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) assistance to the victims after reaching a nearby boat.
"The prompt action successfully saved the lives of the civilian victims believed to have fallen into the sea. The brave and swift response demonstrated by Mazlan should serve as an example to all members of the army," according to the statement on Facebook today.
Yesterday, it was reported that a man and woman fell into the sea at KM2.8 of the bridge following an altercation.
However, they were fortunately rescued by Mazlan with the help of a passing fishing boat.
State police chief Datuk Khaw Kok Chin said based on an initial statement from the 40-year-old woman, she was pushed off the bridge by her male friend, 37, who is a senior police officer from outside the state.
He said police had opened an investigation paper into the incident under Section 307 of the Penal Code for attempted murder.