Sarawak Flying Doctor Service helicopter crash: Police find no indication of foul play

KUCHING, Sept 30 — Police have concluded their investigation into the Flying Doctor Service (FDS) helicopter crash at Long Lellang, Ulu Baram, which resulted in the tragic loss of five lives. Chief Investigator and Sarawak Police Commissioner Datuk Mohamad Zainal Abdullah stated that there is no evidence suggesting foul play in the incident.

He revealed that police have gathered statements from various witnesses, including those familiar with the crew's locations and the helicopter prior to the accident. However, no concrete evidence of foul play has been uncovered so far. Mohamad Zainal also mentioned that a technical issue is one of the potential factors under consideration, but the final determination of the cause will be made by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB).

The AAIB, with its specialized expertise, is expected to announce its findings within 30 days. The five victims, comprising Captain Zainol Afiq Bee Sham, Dr Ainul Baraah Kamaruddin, Alexson Adit Henry, Debra Moset, and Jessie Paya Jok, were all on board the FDS helicopter when it crashed at the Long Lellang STOLport around 3.40pm on September 8.