{
  "id": 12043040,
  "title": "Chinese tourist dies after snorkelling off Pom Pom Island",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/chinese-tourist-dies-after-snorkelling-off-pom-pom-island",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T00:40:42.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "New Straits Times",
    "slug": "new-straits-times",
    "url": "https://www.nst.com.my/news/regional/2026/10/1547774/chinese-tourist-dies-after-snorkelling-pom-pom-island"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A 66-year-old Chinese tourist, who had asthma, passed away after snorkelling off Pom Pom Island in Semporna yesterday. She reportedly began feeling unwell and requested to return to the boat. Upon reaching the boat, the woman was found unconscious. Despite attempts at CPR, she did not respond. The victim, originally from Yunnan, China, was subsequently transported to Semporna Hospital for further medical attention. Medical professionals later confirmed that she had succumbed to her condition. Police are currently investigating the circumstances leading to her death. Superintendent Tan Hiap Wah of Semporna police emphasized the importance of safety, particularly during water-based recreational activities, urging tourism operators to take precautionary measures. Anyone with information regarding the incident is advised to report to the nearest police station or contact Assistant Superintendent Mohammad Ali Amat at 013-2120852.",
  "summary": "SEMPORNA: A 66-year-old tourist from China died after losing consciousness while snorkelling with her family off Pom Pom Island here yesterday.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}