No evidence of abuse at Seremban nursing home, says DPM
Dr Wan Azizah said the nursing centre occupied by 12 senior citizens was in the process of closing due to failure to comply with registration requirements. — Picture by Miera Zulyana
“The hospital did examinations and found no evidence of abuse on them,” said Dr Wan Azizah who is also Women, Family and Community Development Minister when met by reporters after attending the ‘Brisk Walk’ programme at the Putra Mosque grounds, here today. Police have reportedly taken statements from 10 witnesses on the case and it is being investigated under Section 351/352 of the Penal Code.
She said the ministry would ensure the relocation of the residents before their immediate families can take them back.
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