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Police officer who was attacked can move some of his fingers – Fahmi

Madani government spokesperson Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil stated that the Minister of Health has confirmed that a seven-hour surgery at Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) to reattach the wrist was successful.

Updated 3 minutes ago · Published on 13 Nov 2026 6:04PM

Police officer who was attacked can move some of his fingers – Fahmi
Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed concern regarding the safety of the nation’s uniformed personnel following the incident. - November 13, 2026

THE police officer who underwent surgery after his right wrist was severed in an attack is showing positive progress, as he is now able to move several of his fingers.

Madani government spokesperson Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil stated that the Minister of Health has confirmed that a seven-hour surgery at Kuala Lumpur Hospital (HKL) to reattach the wrist was successful.

“Surgeons at HKL have completed the procedure, and the officer is showing positive progress, with the ability to move several of his fingers,” he said during a press conference today.

At the same time, Fahmi noted that Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has expressed concern regarding the safety of the nation’s uniformed personnel following the incident.

“Police officers are certainly permitted to take necessary actions to ensure their own safety remains a priority during any operation.

“Nevertheless, the Prime Minister has expressed his concern regarding what has transpired,” he added. – November 13, 2026

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