Last missing boy found, ending 4-day Kota Tinggi search
JOHOR BARU: The final victim in the drowning incident at Pantai Tanjung Lompat, Kota Tinggi, was found at 3.05pm today, ending a four-day search and rescue (SAR) operation.
The final victim in a drowning incident at Pantai Tanjung Lompat, Kota Tinggi, has been found, concluding a four-day search and rescue operation. Mohamad Haiman Fitri Supian, one of the four missing 16-year-old boys, was discovered by members of the public approximately 3.1 nautical miles from the incident location. The Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) coordinated the SAR operation, which involved the mobilization of personnel, assets, and expertise from various agencies.
Acting Tanjung Sedili Maritime Zone director, Mohd Najib Sam, expressed condolences to the victims' families and acknowledged the high commitment shown by all involved agencies. Additionally, the fire and rescue department received an emergency call on Wednesday regarding the six boys who encountered difficulties while swimming; two were rescued, while the remaining four went missing and were subsequently found during the operation.
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