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Two teenage boys found dead after river sweep in Sabah
The bodies of two boys aged 13 and 16 have been recovered in Keningau after they were swept away by strong currents in a river. The teenagers went missing following the incident and were located after a search operation.
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KENINGAU: Two teenage boys who disappeared after being swept away by strong river currents in Sabah have been found dead. The boys, aged 13 and 16, were reported missing following the incident in a local waterway in the Keningau district. Search and rescue operations were immediately launched after their disappearance was reported to authorities. The bodies were subsequently recovered from the river following intensive search efforts. Authorities are continuing to investigate the exact circumstances that led to the incident. Strong river currents in the region can pose significant hazards during periods of heightened water flow. The tragedy highlights the inherent dangers associated with waterways in Sabah and the need for heightened caution when in proximity to rivers.