SHAH ALAM, Oct 20 — The Selangor State Education Department (JPN Selangor) will fully cooperate with the authorities’ investigations into the death of a Year One pupil after she experienced breathing difficulties at a school in Sepang.

In a statement today, JPN Selangor said the girl was reported to have had breathing difficulties at school and was taken to hospital for treatment.

“JPN Selangor extends its condolences and deepest sympathies to the pupil’s family. The department will ensure that the family’s welfare is given due attention, including assistance and psychosocial support as needed,” it said.

JPN Selangor will also ensure that due attention is given to the welfare and wellbeing of the school community affected by the incident.

“The public is advised not to speculate or spread unverified information regarding the incident. All parties are urged to respect the family’s privacy and give the authorities room to carry out their investigation,” the statement read.

Earlier, police confirmed that a seven-year-old girl died after she was believed to have experienced breathing difficulties while in class in Dengkil yesterday.

Sepang police chief ACP Norhizam Bahaman said police received a report on the incident at 7.30 pm yesterday. — Bernama