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Remains of 5 Sarawak chopper crash victims handed over to families

Five people on a Flying Doctor Service helicopter were killed when their helicopter crashed in Long Lellang, Ulu Baram, on Tuesday.

Remains of 5 Sarawak chopper crash victims handed over to families

The remains of the five victims of the Flying Doctor Service helicopter crash in Long Lellang, Ulu Baram, have been handed over to their families this morning at Miri Hospital, according to Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad. The identities of the victims were confirmed through DNA analysis and subsequent confirmation by the police and the chemistry department.

Each victim's remains will be taken to their respective final resting places, with funeral services scheduled accordingly. Health Minister Dzulkefly Ahmad has also emphasized the importance of strengthening strategic cooperation with the fire and rescue department to support the smooth implementation of medical evacuation operations following the temporary suspension of the Flying Doctor Service.

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