MMEA rescue team hailed for response to police heli crash


JOHOR BARU: The prompt response of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Special Task and Rescue (STAR) team after a police helicopter crashed in Sungai Pulai on Thursday (July 10) showed the agency's readiness and effectiveness in handling emergencies, as well as its commitment to protecting the nation's waters.

In a Facebook post, the MMEA said the 10 team members were the first responders who dived into the river to rescue and extract five members of the Air Operations Force despite the chaotic situation.

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