Four missing, two rescued after Tanjung Lompat beach incident
KOTA TINGGI: Four people are still missing while two others have been rescued after six people encountered difficulties while swimming at Tanjung Lompat beach in Penawar.
At least four teenagers are reported missing after a tragic incident at Tanjung Lompat beach in Tanjung Balau, Penawar, early on Tuesday morning. Initial reports indicate that six young swimmers encountered difficulties, but only two individuals were successfully rescued by members of the public before the arrival of emergency responders.
The unidentified victims have been identified as Alif Taqiudin, Haiman, Adib Rizqi, and Thaqif Rayyan, all 16-years-old. They were part of a larger group of 15 teenagers who had gone camping in the area the previous day. A comprehensive search and rescue operation is currently underway to locate the remaining missing youths.
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Also reported by 4 other outlets
- 4 teens feared drowned at Tanjung Lompat beach freemalaysiatoday.com
- Fire Dept launches search after four teenage boys feared drowned at Tanjung Lompat Beach in Johor malaymail.com
- [UPDATED]: Four teens missing, two rescued in Tanjung Lompat beach incident nst.com.my
- Four teenagers feared drowned at Tanjung Lompat thevibes.com
