Fisherman saves woman who fell from Penang Bridge

GEORGE TOWN: A 23-year-old woman who fell from the Penang Bridge early Wednesday (Aug 30) has been rescued by a fisherman.

According to a statement by the Fire and Rescue Department, the woman was pulled from the sea at 4.52am.

“Firemen arrived at the scene at KM7.4 of the bridge, heading towards Prai, at 4.28am. We found that a person (had fallen) into the sea, leaving behind a car and personal documents.

“The victim was rescued by a fisherman who happened to be at the location, and she has since been handed over to the police,”said the Department.

Those suffering from problems or mental health issues can reach out to: Mental Health Psychosocial Support Service (03-2935 9935 or 014-322 3392); Talian Kasih (15999 or WhatsApp 019-261 5999); Jakim’s Family, Social and Community care centre (WhatsApp 011-1959 8214); and Befrienders Kuala Lumpur (03-7627 2929 or visit www.befrienders.org.my/centre-in-malaysia for a full list of numbers and operating hours).