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The Star
15-07-2025
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- The Star
Bali ferry tragedy: Wisma Putra confirms M'sian's death, says all consular processes concluded
KUALA LUMPURWisma Putra has confirmed the death of Malaysian citizen Fauzey Awang in the tragic sinking of the KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya passenger ferry in the Bali Strait on July 4. In its final media advisory on the incident, the Foreign Ministry also said that all consular processes have now concluded. "This follows the completion of arrangements on the ground and in accordance with the family's request for privacy and dignity during this difficult time," Wisma Putra said in the statement Tuesday (July 15). According to Wisma Putra, the Malaysian embassy in Jakarta had been working closely with Indonesian authorities and the ninistry's own Consular Department from the outset of the incident. "Their assistance ensured the family of the deceased received comprehensive support throughout the identification and repatriation process," it said. Wisma Putra said that on July 11, the deceased's next-of-kin arrived in Surabaya, Indonesia, and subsequently travelled to Rumah Sakit Umum Daerah (RSUD) Blambangan in Banyuwangi, East Java, where the remains of the late Fauzey were being held. "With the cooperation of the East Java Police and relevant local agencies, the family was assisted in all logistical matters including documentation, transportation, and burial rites. "The burial was completed the same evening, in accordance with the deceased's final wishes". Wisma Putra extended its sincere gratitude to the Indonesian government for the exceptional support extended throughout the search, identification, and final arrangements. The Ministry specifically acknowledged the efforts of the East Java Police, search and rescue teams, hospital officials, and local authorities for their professionalism and compassion. The Malaysian embassy in Jakarta remains in contact with the deceased's family and stands ready to assist with any remaining consular needs. "The Ministry once again conveys its deepest condolences to the family of the late Fauzey Awang and thanks all parties involved for their assistance and empathy throughout this tragedy," the statement added.
New Straits Times
12-07-2025
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- New Straits Times
Malaysian ferry tragedy victim buried in East Java
JAKARTA: The remains of Fauzey Awang, a Malaysian who died in the Tunu Pratama Jaya ferry tragedy last week, were laid to rest in East Java on Friday night, in accordance with his final wish. The deceased was buried far away from his native Terengganu, but close to his wife he visited every three months. Fauzey, 55, was among the passengers on board the ill-fated ferry, which was carrying 65 people and 22 vehicles when it sank near the Bali Strait on the night of July 2, nearly half an hour after departing Ketapang Port in Banyuwangi, East Java, for Bali. He had been travelling in a tour van aboard the ferry, on his way to catch a flight from Bali. His remains were later found off Perancak Beach near Jembrana, Bali, on Thursday morning. Indonesian authorities identified him based on his clothing and personal effects before transferring the remains to Blambangan Hospital in Banyuwangi, East Java, for forensic examination. Banyuwangi police chief Commissioner Rama Samtama Putra said the body was handed over to the family following coordination between Indonesia's Foreign Ministry and the Malaysian Embassy, and the submission of a formal consent letter from Fauzey's next of kin for his burial. "The family, who had travelled from Malaysia, met the victim's wife here and agreed on a local burial," Rama said in a statement. Before the tragedy, Fauzey sent a message to his daughter, Syifa Amerah Fauzey, from his first marriage, expressing his wish to be buried in Banyuwangi next to his teacher's grave. His remains were buried at the village cemetery in Dusun Lidah, Gambiran, Banyuwangi. "He worked in Malaysia but came home every three months to be with his wife," said Sumarni, a local relative, as reported by TribunNews. As of Friday, 47 people have been accounted for, with 30 survivors and 17 confirmed dead. Others, including passengers not listed on the manifest, remain missing as search operations continue. — BERNAMA
Free Malaysia Today
11-07-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
Malaysian confirmed dead in Bali ferry capsize
A total of 15 people died after the ferry KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya capsized in the Bali Strait on the night of July 2, with search efforts ongoing for 20 more victims. (AFP pic) PETALING JAYA : Indonesian police have confirmed that a Malaysian was among the passengers who died after a ferry capsized in the Bali Strait last week. Antara News quoted an east Java police spokesman, Adam Bimantoro, as confirming that Fauzey Awang, 58, was among those who lost their lives in the tragedy. He said this was based on the victim's medical data and the personal belongings found on the deceased. Fauzey was believed to have been in a tourist van which was on board the ferry when it capsized. He was said to have been on his way back to Malaysia via the Bali airport after taking a van from Ketapang in east Java. A total of 15 people died after the ferry KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya capsized in the Bali Strait on the night of July 2. Thirty people have been rescued while 20 others are still missing.
Sinar Daily
11-07-2025
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- Sinar Daily
Malaysian confirmed dead in Bali ferry tragedy
Fauzey Awang, 55, was found in the waters off Perancak Beach, Bali 11 Jul 2025 03:10pm This handout photo taken and released on July 8, 2025 by Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) shows Indonesian SAR personnel evacuating the bodies of two suspected victims of the KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya vessel that sank on July 4, found in the waters off the Tanjung Anjir Sembulungan strait in Banyuwangi, East Java. - AFP JAKARTA - A Malaysian national has been confirmed among the three bodies recovered during a search and rescue (SAR) operation following the ferry capsizing tragedy in the Bali Strait late on the night of July 2. Fauzey Awang, 55, was found in the waters off Perancak Beach, Bali, according to Eko Suyatno, Deputy of Operations and Preparedness at Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS). Photo for illustrative purposes only - Canva The body, along with two other victims who were Indonesian nationals, was taken to Blambangan Hospital in Banyuwangi, East Java, for identification by the Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) Unit of the Indonesian Police. "The SAR operation is still ongoing to locate those who remain missing," Eko said in a statement, adding that out of the 65 individuals aboard the ferry KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, 45 have been accounted for so far-30 survivors and 15 confirmed dead. Earlier reports stated that Fauzey was inside a tourist van that was also aboard the ferry during the incident. He was en route back to Malaysia via I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali after traveling from Ketapang Port in Banyuwangi in the van. The Malaysian Embassy in Jakarta, when contacted by Bernama, confirmed that it has been in touch with the victim's family in Malaysia to provide updates and will offer appropriate consular assistance. The embassy also said that the family has informed them of their plans to travel to Banyuwangi on Friday. - BERNAMA More Like This
The Star
11-07-2025
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- The Star
Malaysian confirmed dead in Bali Strait ferry tragedy
Basarnas has managed to rescue 30 survivors and have confirmed the death of 15 passengers from the ferry tragedy, Twenty others remain missing. - AFP JAKARTA: A Malaysian national has been confirmed among the three bodies recovered during a search and rescue (SAR) operation following the ferry capsizing tragedy in the Bali Strait late on the night of July 2. Fauzey Awang, 55, was found in the waters off Perancak Beach, Bali, according to Eko Suyatno, Deputy of Operations and Preparedness at Indonesia's National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas). The body, along with two other victims who were Indonesian nationals, was taken to Blambangan Hospital in Banyuwangi, East Java, for identification by the Disaster Victim Identification (DVI) Unit of the Indonesian Police. "The SAR operation is still ongoing to locate those who remain missing," Eko said in a statement, adding that out of the 65 individuals aboard the ferry KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya, 45 have been accounted for so far - 30 survivors and 15 confirmed dead. Earlier reports stated that Fauzey was inside a tourist van that was also aboard the ferry during the incident. He was en route back to Malaysia via I Gusti Ngurah Rai International Airport in Bali after travelling from Ketapang Port in Banyuwangi in the van. The Malaysian Embassy in Jakarta, when contacted by Bernama, confirmed that it has been in touch with the victim's family in Malaysia to provide updates and will offer appropriate consular assistance. The embassy also said that the family has informed them of their plans to travel to Banyuwangi on Friday. - Bernama
