GOMBAK: Police have taken statements from eight individuals, including the catering operator, to assist in the investigation of a food poisoning case that resulted in two deaths last Saturday.
Gombak police chief, Assistant Commissioner Noor Ariffin Mohamad Nasir, confirmed that two police reports had been filed concerning the food poisoning case.
"We have recorded statements from eight people, including the event organiser, committee members, the principal, and the food provider," he said.
"The police are continuing to identify and interview other victims affected by the food poisoning," he said in a statement today.
He emphasised the ongoing efforts to gather comprehensive information to ensure a thorough investigation.
Previously, Selangor health director Dr Ummi Kalthom Shamsudin said a total of 82 people suffered food poisoning after having breakfast prepared for a school programme on Saturday.
The source of the food poisoning is understood to be the fried mee hoon and eggs prepared for the event. The appearance and taste of the food had apparently "changed."
Media reported that two victims, a 19-month-old girl and a 17-year-old boy, died, believed to be due to food poisoning.
Both victims are believed to have consumed fried noodles and fried eggs prepared for a programme at a religious school in Sungai Chinchin, Gombak on June 8, before being pronounced dead.
The remains of both victims have been sent to the Forensic Department of Selayang Hospital for further action.
