PETALING JAYA, Nov. 17 -- The mother of Yap Shing Xuen, the schoolgirl fatally stabbed by a schoolmate in Bandar Utama, has issued a plea for greater parental responsibility in children's upbringing, saying families must also answer when a young person commits a serious offence.

In a post on Facebook, Aaple Wong thanked the public for their messages, prayers, and support during her family's grief, adding that her "heart is torn beyond words" by the tragedy.

"Every parent has a duty to guide and nurture their child. When something so serious happens, it's not just the child who must be held accountable - families must also take responsibility for their role in shaping their children's actions.

"Only through honest reflection and account...