Croatian climber who scaled Mount Kinabalu illegally may face fine
KOTA KINABALU, Sept 14 — The Croatian national who had to be rescued after falling while trying to ascend Mount Ki...
On September 14, a Croatian climber named Mauro Persic may face penalties after illegally ascending Mount Kinabalu and requiring rescue. The 46-year-old, who is still recovering, attempted to climb the mountain via an unauthorized route from Mesilou. The Sabah Tourism, Culture and Environment Minister, Datuk Jafry Ariffin, informed a press conference that Sabah Parks has filed a police report and is investigating the case.
After Persic's recovery, it is possible that he will be fined, according to Jafry. He emphasized that such unauthorized climbs pose safety risks. Last week, 43 search and rescue personnel successfully lowered Persic down using a five-day operation which faced challenging terrain and rain. Persic had also participated in an extreme adventure race in Kota Belud and sustained injuries to his right leg, right ribs, and hands during his ordeal.
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