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Fisherman feared killed in Sandakan crocodile attack
Published on: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Published on: Tue, Jul 15, 2025
By: Mardinah Jikur Text Size: The victim's boat. SANDAKAN: A fisherman, Ubing Markun, 30, is feared to have been killed by a crocodile while casting nets at Sungai Seguntor near Taman Kenari on Monday evening. He left his home in Kampung Batu Putih and arrived at the river around 4.40pm. At about 5.20pm, a witness saw a crocodile attacking his boat.
Advertisement The victim was later found missing, believed to have been dragged into the water. A search and rescue (SAR) operation involving the Fire Department, police, Civil Defence, Wildlife Department and local villagers is ongoing. The victim has not yet been found. * 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.
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