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Police to interview six hikers rescued from Gunung Gerah expedition
Authorities in Perak are preparing to take formal statements from six participants in the Trans Gerah Expedition following their rescue from the mountain. The interviews form part of the police investigation into the incident.
LSN Malaysia ·
BAGAN SERAI — Police in Perak have announced plans to record statements from six hikers involved in the Trans Gerah Expedition at Gunung Gerah, following their successful rescue from the mountain.
The move represents a standard investigative procedure as authorities seek to document the circumstances surrounding the expedition and the events that necessitated the rescue operation. The interviews are expected to provide detailed accounts of the hikers' experience on the mountain.
Details regarding the specific reasons for the rescue operation and the timeline of events remain under investigation. Police have indicated that the formal statements will be instrumental in establishing a complete picture of the incident.
The rescue operation underscores ongoing concerns about safety protocols during mountain expeditions in the region. Authorities continue to emphasize the importance of proper planning and adherence to safety guidelines for outdoor activities in challenging terrain.
The investigation is expected to conclude following the completion of all witness statements.