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The Sun
2 hours ago
- The Sun
Police helicopter wreckage retrieved from Sungai Pulai for investigation
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The wreckage of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) helicopter that crashed in Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah, has been successfully retrieved and will be transported to the Air Operations Force (PGU) base in Subang for further investigation. Commander of the PGU under the Internal Security and Public Order Department, Datuk Noor Sham Md Jani, confirmed that a detailed probe will be conducted by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau. 'Cooperation from multiple agencies expedited the process of retrieving the wreckage and will allow for a more thorough investigation,' he said when contacted by Bernama. The operation to recover the AS355N helicopter, bearing registration number 9M-PHG, began early in the morning, with the wreckage lifted from the seabed by 11 am. A crane vessel and several PDRM assets were deployed for the retrieval. The Royal Malaysian Navy, Region Two Marine Police, and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency were among the agencies involved in the operation. Bernama observed that preparations were meticulously carried out before the wreckage was gradually hoisted and transported to a nearby jetty. The helicopter crashed last Thursday during its participation in the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (MITSATOM) 2025, involving Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore. The exercise was held at the Gelang Patah Maritime Jetty. All five individuals on board sustained injuries but are reported to be in stable condition. - Bernama
Barnama
3 hours ago
- Barnama
Police Helicopter Wreckage Retrieved From Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah
ISKANDAR PUTERI, July 17 (Bernama) — The wreckage of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) helicopter that crashed in Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah, last week has been recovered and will be transported to the Air Operations Force (PGU) base in Subang for further investigation. Commander of the PGU under the Internal Security and Public Order Department, Datuk Noor Sham Md Jani, said a detailed investigation will be carried out by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau. 'Cooperation from multiple agencies expedited the process of retrieving the wreckage and will allow for a more thorough investigation,' he said when contacted by Bernama. The operation to retrieve the AS355N helicopter with registration number 9M-PHG began early this morning, and the wreckage was lifted from the seabed at 11 am. The wreckage was lifted using a crane vessel and several PDRM assets. Among the agencies involved were the Royal Malaysian Navy, the Region Two Marine Police and the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency. Bernama's observations at the site from 7.30 am found that preparations for the operation were carried out meticulously before the wreckage was gradually hoisted and later brought to a nearby jetty. The helicopter crashed last Thursday while participating in the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (MITSATOM) 2025 involving Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore, held at the Gelang Patah Maritime Jetty. All five on board were injured in the incident, and they have been reported to be in stable condition.
New Straits Times
5 hours ago
- New Straits Times
Final ascent: Police chopper wreckage retrieved a week after crash
ISKANDAR PUTERI: After seven long days beneath the murky waters of Sungai Pulai, the wreckage of the police helicopter that crashed during a simulation flight was finally brought to the surface at 11am today. The AS355N aircraft, bearing registration number 9M-PHG, plunged into the river on July 10 during a multilateral training exercise involving forces from Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore, under the MITSATOM 2025 nuclear security programme. This morning's recovery operation began at 8am from the integrated command centre near the crash site. Despite a receding tide, clear skies provided favourable conditions for the delicate salvage effort. At 11am, the silhouette of 9M-PHG emerged from the riverbed, hoisted gently by crane and placed onto the deck of a waiting vessel within 15 minutes. The wreckage will be transported to a nearby jetty for forensic examination. Investigations will be led by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau from Putrajaya, in collaboration with the Johor Department of Internal and Public Security, to determine the cause of the crash. The ill-fated flight had carried five personnel — Assistant Commissioner Faizul Muhammad (pilot), Superintendent Ahmad Bustamin Baharom (co-pilot), Sergeant Siti Latipa Khairuddin, Corporal Adeline Liu Yan Sin, and Constable RG Devendran. As of press time, Constable Devendran of the Tanjung Kupang police station remains in critical condition. Corporal Liu, initially reported as critical, is reportedly on the road to recovery. The remaining three officers, though injured, are in stable condition. All five continue to receive treatment at Hospital Sultanah Aminah (HSA), Johor Baru. Today's retrieval marks a solemn milestone — the end of a physical recovery, and perhaps the beginning of a deeper reckoning for those who serve in the skies.
The Star
5 hours ago
- The Star
Wreckage of crashed police chopper retrieved
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The wreckage of the police helicopter that crashed into Sungai Pulai at Gelang Patah here last week has been successfully retrieved. The recovery operation began early Thursday (July 17) morning and involved multiple agencies. ALSO READ: Two senior cops among five injured in helicopter crash during exercise in Johor The AS355N helicopter, bearing the registration number 9M-PHG, was lifted in stages using a crane vessel and was escorted by several Royal Malaysia Police assets. The helicopter was involved in an accident at about 10.15am on July 10 while taking part in the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (Mitsatom) 2025. ALSO READ: Wreckage of crashed police helicopter to be retrieved July 17 The exercise, held at the Gelang Patah Maritime Jetty, was a collaboration involving Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand and Singapore. All five crew members were rescued and are being treated at Hospital Sultanah Aminah in Johor Baru.
The Sun
a day ago
- The Sun
Sungai Pulai helicopter wreckage removal to start tomorrow
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The operation to retrieve the wreckage of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) helicopter that crashed into Sungai Pulai is set to commence at 8 am tomorrow. This follows a coordination meeting involving multiple agencies today. The meeting was led by Johor Internal Security and Public Order Department chief SAC Muhd Zailani Abdullah and Subang Air Operations Force deputy commander SAC Ahmad Lokman Abdul Hadi. Representatives from 25 agencies, including the Putrajaya Air Accident Investigation Bureau, Royal Malaysian Navy, and Fire and Rescue Department, attended the session. An integrated operations command centre has been established near the crash site to oversee rescue, safety, and medical operations. Authorities inspected the wreckage location by boat to assess technical and safety requirements before the hoisting begins. Royal Malaysian Navy divers will conduct preliminary dives to examine the wreckage and equipment. An ambulance remains on standby for emergencies. The helicopter, an AS355N model, crashed during a flypast demonstration for the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (MITSATOM) 2025. All five crew members were rescued by Marine Police. - Bernama
