General : Helicopter Crash: King, Queen Extend Condolences To Victims' Families

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 9 — In response to the tragic Flying Doctor Service (FDS) helicopter crash that claimed the lives of five individuals in Long Lellang, Sarawak, the Cabinet has extended its deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Unity government spokesman Datuk Seri Fahmi Fadzil announced at a weekly Cabinet meeting that the Prime Minister, Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim, along with all ministers, had offered their heartfelt sympathies and condolences.

Fahmi, who also serves as the communications minister, remarked that the Cabinet is currently monitoring the ongoing investigation process and will be provided with updates on its progress. The Health Minister, Datuk Seri Dr Dzulkefly Ahmad, had previously announced the identities of all five victims, and their respective next of kin have been informed about the devastating incident.

At present, the Cabinet has not yet deliberated on extending support to the victims' families. Any subsequent information concerning assistance to the next of kin will be directed towards the Health Ministry, according to Fahmi's statement.

On September 8, a German-made MBB BO-105 helicopter, en route for an FDS operation, crashed near the Long Lellang Short Take-Off and Landing Airport (STOLport) in Ulu Baram, approximately 929 kilometers from Kuching. The helicopter, carrying five individuals including the pilot, came under notification from CAAM at 3:58 pm. Among the victims were a medical officer, an assistant medical officer, and two nurses.