Tragedy Strikes: Ayer Kuning State Assemblyman Ishsam Shahruddin Passes Away
Death Announcement and Funeral Arrangements
GEORGE TOWN: The remains of Ayer Kuning State Assemblyman Ishsam Shahruddin, 59, who passed away at the City Stadium here today, will be taken to his residence at Desa Seri Ampang, Ipoh Perak. Perak UMNO and Barisan Nasional (BN) executive secretary Datuk Mohd Salleh Mat Disa said the body will be brought back after completing the post-mortem at the Penang Hospital Forensic Medicine Department (HPP).
Condolences Pour In
Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad had been informed of the news of the Ayer Kuning assemblyman’s death and had instructed him to come here to assist with the funeral arrangements. "I was informed that the body will be bathed and shrouded at his home in Ipoh and the burial will be completed at 10am tomorrow at the Rapat Setia Islamic Cemetery in Ipoh," he told reporters at the HPP Forensic Medicine Department here tonight.
Condolences from Chief Minister and UMNO Leaders
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, who had just arrived from Japan, accompanied Datuk Mohd Salleh to convey his condolences to the family of the late Ishsam and was also attended by several UMNO and Penang and Perak BN leaders. Among those present were Penang UMNO Liaison Committee deputy chairman Datuk Shaik Hussein Mydin and UMNO state liaison secretary Datuk Shah Headan Ayub Shah.
Family’s Shock and Surprise
Muhammad Izrul Imadi, the son of the late Ishsam, said that the family was still shocked by the incident that happened to his father because Ishsam was an active person and did not have any health problems. "I was in Ipoh and got a phone call informing me that my father had passed away after playing football here, we were very shocked and immediately came to the hospital to find out the exact cause of the incident," he said.
Cause of Death
Ishsam Shahruddin, 59, passed away after losing consciousness after a friendly football match at the City Stadium in Penang this afternoon. Northeast district police chief ACP Abdul Rozak Muhammad said Ishsam collapsed while shaking hands with other players on the sidelines at the Penang Chief Minister’s Cup Four-Cornered Football Tournament at the stadium.
Conclusion
The sudden and unexpected passing of Ayer Kuning State Assemblyman Ishsam Shahruddin has sent shockwaves throughout the community. As the news of his death spreads, tributes have been pouring in for the late assemblyman, who was known for his active lifestyle and commitment to his health. His family and loved ones are still coming to terms with the tragedy, and the community is rallying around them with support and condolences.
FAQs
- What is the cause of Ishsam Shahruddin’s death?
Ishsam Shahruddin, 59, passed away after losing consciousness after a friendly football match at the City Stadium in Penang this afternoon. - What is the funeral arrangement for the late Ishsam Shahruddin?
The body will be bathed and shrouded at his home in Ipoh and the burial will be completed at 10am tomorrow at the Rapat Setia Islamic Cemetery in Ipoh. - Who has expressed condolences to the family of the late Ishsam Shahruddin?
Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, and several UMNO and Penang and Perak BN leaders have expressed their condolences to the family of the late Ishsam Shahruddin.