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MMEA officer killed, two wounded in Kuala Perlis waters operation
A Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency officer was fatally shot during an enforcement operation in waters off Kuala Perlis, while two colleagues sustained injuries in the incident.
LSN Malaysia ·
KANGAR, Oct 27 — One member of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) was killed and two others injured during an enforcement operation in the Kuala Perlis waters on Saturday. The incident occurred when the MMEA team was conducting a patrol and enforcement exercise in the area. Details surrounding the circumstances that led to the fatal shooting remain under investigation. The two injured officers have been provided medical attention following the incident. The MMEA has launched a full investigation into the matter to determine the exact sequence of events that resulted in the casualty. Authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward to assist in the ongoing investigation.