Sabah & Sarawak

Two boys die in drowning incident in Lahad Datu

By DURIE RAINER FONG

KOTA KINABALU: Two 11-year-old boys died after they were swept away by strong currents while swimming in a river in Lahad Datu.

Tragically, one of the boys died in hospital after he was rescued by passers-by. The other boy’s body was found some 30m from where he was last seen.

The Star Festive Promo: Get 35% OFF Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
Sabah , Drowning , Lahad Datu , Tragic , Boys

Next In Nation
Fisheries Act amendment to strengthen marine mammal conservation
Thousands affected as overnight downpour triggers Paitan floods
Three rural areas in Sabah declared disaster zones after floods
Severe rain warning issued for several areas in Sabah
INTERACTIVE: A peek into the balik kampung exodus
MMA calls for stronger action against illegal clinics in Kuala Lumpur
The hidden struggle of M’sian women stranded in Lombok
Stable meal prices despite festive rush
Three fined RM128.9mil over 1,000 wildlife parts
Light bites draw crowds at Bertam bazaar

Trending in News

Others Also Read

Load more

Copyright © 1995- Star Media Group Berhad [197101000523 (10894-D)]

Best viewed on Chrome browsers.