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Health Ministry refutes absence claims at FDS crash victim funerals
The Health Ministry has denied allegations that senior officials failed to attend funeral rites for victims of the Flying Doctor Service crash. The ministry said appropriate representatives were present at the ceremonies.
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KUALA LUMPUR — The Ministry of Health has moved to counter claims that no senior officials attended the funerals of Flying Doctor Service (FDS) crash victims, stating that the allegation does not reflect the actual sequence of events.
The ministry said it had ensured that appropriate representatives were present at the funeral ceremonies to pay respects to the deceased and provide support to their families. Officials stated that they took the matter seriously and had coordinated efforts to ensure proper representation at the rites.
The FDS crash, which occurred in September, claimed multiple lives and drew significant public attention. The allegations regarding official attendance at funerals had sparked criticism about the ministry's response to the tragedy.
The ministry's statement comes as part of ongoing efforts to clarify its role and response in the aftermath of the incident. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to supporting the affected families and ensuring transparency in all related matters.