A 14-year-old girl in Melaka injured herself by slashing her neck and wrists after her 49-year-old adoptive mother prevented her from meeting her 17-year-old boyfriend at a house on Jonker Walk, Banda Hilir. The incident took place at 10:33 pm on Sunday, May 24, 2026 [1, 2].
Authorities believe the girl was under the influence of a "mushroom" vape at the time of the injury. The adoptive mother reported the teenager was stressed and had been vaping prior to the incident [1, 2]. The girl was immediately taken to Melaka Hospital, where she remains in stable condition under medical supervision, confirmed Melaka Police Chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar and State Health Executive Councillor Datuk Ngwe Hee Sem [1, 2].
Investigations revealed the girl began using the mushroom vape after her boyfriend, a Form Four student aged 17, introduced it to her in February 2026 [1, 2]. The adoptive mother confiscated the vape in an effort to stop her use [2]. The victim has not been attending school recently [1].
The case is currently being investigated under Section 31(1)(a) of the Child/Children's Act 2001 for suspected negligence or neglect toward the victim. Authorities are questioning all members of the household aged 14 to 17, including the adoptive mother [1, 2]. Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar noted that if convicted under the act, those involved may face up to 10 years in prison, a RM20,000 fine, or both [2].
The latest available update from May 28 confirms the girl’s stable condition with ongoing monitoring by medical staff [2].
