Prime Minister Anwar wishes swift recovery for two journalists injured in early-morning crash
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim expressed hopes for a quick recovery of two reporters hurt in a morning accident while traveling to cover an event in Bagan Datuk.
Two journalists were injured in a traffic accident near Bagan Datuk early this morning, prompting Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim to publicly wish them a rapid recovery. The victims are Nur Afiradina Arshad, 34, from the Malaysian National News Agency, and Zahratulhayat Md Arif, 37, of the New Straits Times. Anwar shared a Facebook message asking for smooth medical care and support for the reporters' families, and ordered his staff to offer any needed help.
Nur Afiradina is being treated in the yellow zone of Raja Permaisuri Bainun Hospital, while Zahratulhayat has already been released after receiving care. The Ipoh district police chief, ACP Muhammad Najib Hamzah, confirmed the crash but said details are still under investigation.
Why it matters
The incident highlights risks faced by journalists covering events and draws attention to government support for media personnel.
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