Man, 72, dies after dive in Pulau Tioman


KUANTAN: A 72-year-old man has died after returning from a diving trip at Kampung Paya, Pulau Tioman, in Rompin.

Rompin district police chief Supt Sharif Shai Sharif Mondoi said the victim, Low Choon Foi, 72, was found on the beach by his friend at 7.40pm on Saturday (July 5).

He said the two had gone diving earlier at around 6.30pm.

"The victim's friend sought assistance from the management of their accommodation to take Low to the Kampung Tekek Health Clinic, where he was confirmed dead by medical officers at 9.20 pm," he said in a statement on Sunday (July 6).

Sharif Shai said an initial examination of the victim's body found no elements of foul play, and the case has been classified as sudden death.

He advised those intending to take part in diving activities to ensure they were physically fit and in good health. – Bernama

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