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Search ends as final victim recovered in Kota Tinggi drowning
Malaysian authorities have concluded a four-day search operation after locating the last missing person from a drowning incident in Johor's Kota Tinggi district. The recovery brings closure to a tragic water-related incident that claimed multiple lives.
LSN Malaysia ·
The body of Mohamad Haiman Fitri Supian was recovered on Thursday, marking the end of an intensive search and rescue operation that began earlier in the week. Supian had been reported missing following a drowning incident in the Kota Tinggi area, with authorities deploying multiple teams across the region to locate the missing individual.
The four-day search involved coordinated efforts by rescue personnel who conducted systematic sweeps of the affected water areas and surrounding locations. The recovery of Supian's remains provides closure for his family and completes the accounting of all individuals involved in the incident.
The drowning tragedy underscores ongoing water safety concerns in the region. Authorities continue to emphasize precautions for water-related activities, particularly in areas known to present hazardous conditions. Residents and visitors are urged to exercise caution and follow safety guidelines when engaging in water-based activities.