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Kuching school attack: Address incident with accountability and compassion, says Sarawak minister

Published on 22 Oct 2026 1:13:32 PM

The incident involving a student allegedly injuring a teacher at a private school here must be addressed with appropriate accountability and compassion, says Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah.

The Sarawak Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister said any incident involving violence or the use of a weapon must be taken seriously to protect the school community.

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The incident involving a student allegedly injuring a teacher at a private school here must be addressed with appropriate accountability and compassion, says Datuk Seri Fatimah Abdullah.

The Sarawak Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Minister said any incident involving violence or the use of a weapon must be taken seriously to protect the school community.

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