A 14-year-old female student allegedly injured a male classmate using a 10-centimetre kerambit at a secondary school in Shah Alam on August 5, 2026, at around 11:42 a.m. [1, 2, 3]
The male student suffered minor injuries to his arm and was reported to be in stable condition after the incident [1, 2, 3]. Assistant Commissioner Sarudin Samah said, "The victim sustained minor injuries to the arm, adding that no motive had been established for the incident. The victim was in stable condition, while the suspect had been released on police bail." [2]
The suspect was arrested immediately following the attack. Police recorded her statement before releasing her on bail pending further investigation. Assistant Commissioner Sarudin Samah stated, "The 14-year-old female student was arrested immediately following the incident and her statement was recorded to assist investigations. She was subsequently released on police bail." [1]
Authorities found the weapon used was a sharp, curved knife measuring about 10 centimetres, commonly known as a kerambit. "Results of the investigation found that the sharp weapon used by the suspect was a 10-centimetre kerambit. There was no specific purpose or motive because the suspect was unwell," said Sarudin Samah. [3]
Initial inquiries revealed the suspect was experiencing health issues at the time, but no clear motive has been determined [1, 4, 2, 3]. The police classified the case under Section 324 of the Penal Code, which deals with voluntarily causing hurt using a dangerous weapon or means [1, 4, 2, 3]. Conviction under this section can lead to imprisonment of up to 10 years, a fine, whipping, or any combination of these penalties [1, 4, 3].
The incident caused some disruption at the school and generated viral posts on social media about the event [3]. A police report was filed, and the investigation remains ongoing [2].
Police confirmed details of the arrest and injury on August 11, maintaining that the case was active as inquiries continue [2, 3].
