Authorities to investigate dolphin stranding in Karambunai after viral videos


KOTA KINABALU: Viral videos showing a dolphin stranded along the beach in Karambunai have prompted investigations by the relevant authorities, with officials confirming that a report has been received.

The incident is believed to have occurred on Saturday (Dec 27), though the exact time could not be ascertained. Several videos circulating on social media show the dolphin alive but struggling on the shoreline, while another clip shows a young man pulling the animal by its tail back into the sea.

Mohd Soffian Abu Bakar, director of the Sabah Wildlife Department, said the department was aware of the incident and would provide further updates once all information had been verified.

“I have received a report on the incident. We will update once all information is ready to be published,” he said when contacted.

 

 

 

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