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4 days ago
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Safety equipment for 150 fishing folk
Published on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 25, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: Dr Ritchie with the Sembulan recipients. Kota Kinabalu: In a show of grassroots commitment to the local fishing community, 150 B40 fishermen from Tanjung Aru, Sembulan, and Pulau Gaya received life jackets, signal lights and other maritime safety accessories. The donation, sponsored by Dr Ritchie Jay Cheng in collaboration with Tanjung Aru Gagasan Rakyat Division Chief Datuk Awang Ahmad Sah, aimed to address long-standing safety issues among small-scale fishermen. 'Sabah is well known for its fresh and abundant seafood, making the fisheries sector a vital part of our state economy. This reputation would not exist without the enormous contribution of our fishermen, especially those from Tanjung Aru. 'That is why the welfare and safety of our fishermen must be safeguarded. The donation of life jackets, lights and other safety gear to licensed fishermen is part of our effort to improve safety standards for those going out to sea, especially since many here previously lacked basic safety equipment,' Dr Ritchie said. He also praised the State government's latest move in establishing the Sabah Blue Economy Council, led by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, calling it a major step in advancing marine-related sectors like fisheries, maritime transport, marine tourism and aquaculture in a sustainable way. 'This council will serve as a strategic platform to strengthen marine sectors in a more coordinated and sustainable manner. It shows the Sabah Government's strong commitment to unlocking our ocean's full potential for the benefit of the people,' he added. Advertisement As a key component party in Gabungan Rakyat Sabah (GRS), he said Parti Gagasan Rakyat Sabah (Gagasan Rakyat) fully supports pro-people policies and initiatives of this nature. 'With a clear mandate for the GRS candidate in Tanjung Aru in the upcoming 17th state election, I believe we can expand programmes like this and further stimulate the economic future of our marine and tourism sectors,' he said. He added that they are not only focused on securing the future of our fishing communities, but also committed to boosting the tourism potential of Tanjung Aru, which hosts two five-star hotels that are Shangri-La's Tanjung Aru Resort and Sutera Harbour Resort, both major attractions for tourists. 'Sabah must not only be recognised for the wealth of its seas, but also for how well we protect and uplift the people behind that wealth, our fishermen and the communities who are the heartbeat of the state's economy,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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4 days ago
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Cops probe fatal crash in Likas
Published on: Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jun 25, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: Rescue workers loading the body into a police truck. – Photo by Jimmy Goh Kota Kinabalu: Police are investigating a tragic accident that resulted in the death of one child and left another seriously injured on Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen, near Teluk Likas at around 9.45am on Monday. The incident involved a Perodua Axia driven by a 55-year-old local man who collided with two girls, aged 12 and 7, as they were crossing the road. City Police Chief ACP Kasim Muda said the impact of the crash caused the death of one child at the scene, while the other suffered head injuries and is receiving medical attention at Likas Hospital. 'Her condition is reported to be stable. The driver was uninjured. Preliminary investigations suggest that he was not under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the incident. 'However, a toxicology sample has been taken for further analysis,' he said in a statement, adding that a case has been opened under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The police are urging witnesses to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation. Advertisement In addition, the police have reminded the public, particularly parents and guardians, to be vigilant about child safety when crossing streets, especially in areas without designated pedestrian crossings. Meanwhile, they are also investigating the discovery of a male body found floating in the sea near the Sunsite Bar area in Tanjung Aru. Police were alerted the same day of discovery by the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) at 2.30pm. 'The body was recovered by the APM team and taken to the APM Tower in Tanjung Aru for further action. 'Police units, including members of MPV (KK16 & KK123) and the Kepayan Ridge Police Patrol Unit, were dispatched to the scene to conduct an initial investigation. 'Forensic officers from the Sabah Police Headquarters and the investigating officer were also notified and deployed to the site,' Kasim said. He said the body had been sent to the Forensic Unit at Queen Elizabeth Hospital for a post-mortem examination. Members of the public with any information related to either cases are urged to come forward and assist with the investigation by contacting the Tanjung Aru Police Station or the Kota Kinabalu District Police Headquarters at 088-529222. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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6 days ago
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Man's body discovered off Tanjung Aru coast
Published on: Monday, June 23, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 23, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: Authorities retrieve the body. KOTA KINABALU: Police have launched an investigation after a man's body was found floating in the sea near the Sunsite Bar area in Tanjung Aru on Monday. The discovery was reported to authorities by the Malaysian Civil Defence Force (APM) at around 2.30pm. APM personnel retrieved the body and brought it ashore to the APM Tower in Tanjung Aru for further action. Police units from the Kota Kinabalu MPV teams and Kepayan Ridge Patrol Unit, along with forensic officers, were deployed to the scene. The body has been sent to Queen Elizabeth Hospital's Forensic Unit for a post-mortem, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Tanjung Aru Police Station or Kota Kinabalu District Police Headquarters at 088-529222. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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6 days ago
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One child dead, one hospitalised after being hit by car
Published on: Monday, June 23, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 23, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: A still from a social media video of the crash scene. KOTA KINABALU: Police are investigating a fatal road accident involving two young girls on Jalan Tun Fuad Stephen, near Teluk Likas, on Monday morning. The crash, which occurred at about 9.45am, involved a Perodua Axia driven by a 55-year-old local man who struck the girls, aged 12 and 7, while they were crossing the road. City police chief ACP Kasim Muda confirmed that one child died at the scene while the other sustained head injuries and is being treated at Likas Hospital in stable condition. The driver was unhurt and initial checks showed no signs of alcohol or drug use, although a toxicology test has been taken for further confirmation. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, and police are appealing for witnesses while reminding the public to prioritise child safety on busy roads. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
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6 days ago
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Fishing gear boost for 150 B40 fishermen
Published on: Monday, June 23, 2025 Published on: Mon, Jun 23, 2025 By: Jonathan Nicholas Text Size: Ritchie with some of the recipients on Sunday. KOTA KINABALU: Some 150 B40 fishermen from Tanjung Aru, Sembulan, and Pulau Gaya received life jackets, signal lights, and other safety gear in a targeted initiative to address safety concerns. Sponsored by Tanjung Aru Gagasan Rakyat committee member Dr Ritchie Jay Cheng, in collaboration with its division chief Datuk Awang Ahmad Sah, the donation aims to improve safety standards for small-scale fishermen, many of whom lacked basic equipment. Ritchie emphasised the vital role of fishermen in Sabah's economy and praised the establishment of the Sabah Blue Economy Council, led by Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor, to advance sustainable marine sectors. He also stressed the importance of supporting both fishing communities and tourism, particularly in Tanjung Aru, home to major hotels. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
