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Sarawak helicopter crash victims succumbed to severe burn injuries

Post-mortem examinations on all five victims of the Sarawak helicopter crash have been completed, with findings indicating that severe burn injuries were the cause of death, according to state police.

LSN Malaysia · 11 September 2026

Sarawak helicopter crash victims succumbed to severe burn injuries

Sarawak Police Commissioner Zainal Abdullah confirmed that the post-mortem examinations on all five victims were concluded at 7.30pm yesterday. The medical findings revealed that the victims died as a result of severe burn injuries sustained in the incident.

The helicopter crash, which occurred in Sarawak, claimed the lives of five individuals. The completion of the post-mortem examinations marks a significant milestone in the investigation into the fatal incident.

Police have not disclosed additional details regarding the circumstances surrounding the crash or the identity of the victims at this time. The findings from the post-mortem examinations will contribute to the ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident.

Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident as further details emerge.