World · Malaysia Bureau
Six missing hikers including children located safely in Perak
Police have established contact with six trekkers, among them two children, who went missing while hiking Gunung Trans Gerah in Perak. Authorities have confirmed the group is currently safe.
LSN Malaysia ·
IPOH — Rescue efforts in Perak have yielded positive results after police made contact with six missing hikers, including two minors, who disappeared during a trek along Gunung Trans Gerah.
The group had been reported missing while attempting the challenging mountain route. Following intensive search operations, authorities were able to establish communication with the trekkers and confirm their safety.
Police did not immediately release further details regarding the circumstances of the group's disappearance, their current location, or whether rescue operations remain ongoing to bring them back to safety.
The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns surrounding popular trekking routes in Perak, particularly for groups undertaking challenging mountain trails without adequate support or tracking systems.
Authorities are expected to provide an updated statement once the hikers have been fully evacuated and debriefed.