Seven-Month-Old Dies at Kuala Lumpur Daycare: Police Investigation Underway

A seven-month-old baby died at a daycare center in Danau Kota, Kuala Lumpur, on May 27, 2025. Police confirmed the incident and have launched an investigation under Section 31(1) of the Child Act 2001. Deputy District Police Chief of Wangsa Maju, Superintendent ShahruL Anwar Abdul Wahab, stated that police received a report from the baby's father at 1:26 pm. The investigation is ongoing and includes looking into the cause of death, believed to have occurred between 9 am and 11 am. The case is being handled by the Sexual, Women and Child Investigation Division of the Kuala Lumpur Contingent Police Headquarters. "The investigation is thorough and will cover all aspects," Superintendent Wahab said. The incident has shocked the community and raised concerns about daycare safety. The police investigation is expected to provide answers and ensure justice for the baby and their family.