Tiger attack: Perhilitan mobilises personnel to track down, inspect incident site

Perak Wildlife and National Parks Department (Perhilitan) deployed personnel to Kampung Takung, Pos Perwor, Sungai Siput (Utara), Perak following a report that an Orang Asli man met his demise after a tiger attack. The team's mission was to scour the location, collect initial data, inspect the incident site, and probe the incident's true nature.

The police, People's Volunteer Corps (Rela), Civil Defence Force (CDF), and locals were all on board to assist. The victim, identified as 42-year-old Zamberi Angah, was discovered near a logging road, surrounded by evidence of a confrontation. The distance between where the signs of struggle were spotted and the victim's location was estimated to be around 200 meters.

The department's statement acknowledged that the probe was still under way to validate the details of the incident, including determining the cause and exact circumstances. In the aftermath, Perhilitan operatives continued to patrol the area, scouring for signs of tiger presence, engaging with locals, and placing traps in suitable spots.

The department emphasized the gravity of the incident due to its potential impact on the safety and lives of residents. They vowed to reinforce cooperation and coordination with the Orang Asli Development Department (Jakoa), police, state authorities, and the community to ensure effective implementation of safety measures and human-wildlife conflict management.

The public was urged to stay on their guard, avoid venturing into forests or areas with tiger signs, especially alone. Any encounter or signs of a tiger's presence should be reported immediately to the 1-800-88-5151 hotline or the Public Complaints Management System (SISPAA) on the department's official website.