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Police probe vessel permits following fatal Mersing boat collision
Authorities are investigating whether either of the two boats involved in a fatal collision off Mersing held valid passenger-carrying licences. Johor police have yet to confirm the licensing status of the vessels.
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Investigators in Johor are examining the operational permits of both vessels involved in the deadly maritime incident near Mersing, with questions remaining over their authorisation to transport passengers. Johor police chief Ab Rahaman Arsad said authorities have not yet established whether either boat possessed the necessary documentation to legally carry paying passengers at the time of the accident. The collision has prompted a wider review of vessel compliance and safety protocols in the area. The investigation is expected to determine whether licensing violations contributed to the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities have indicated that the findings will inform regulatory enforcement measures going forward.