It was earlier reported that a 49-year-old Singaporean man was missing after being swept away by waves while playing with his 16-year-old son on a beach in Desaru, Malaysia.
It has now been reported that the dead body of the man has since been found and recovered, with the authorities confirming that he had drowned to his death, according to a report by Lianhe Zaobao.
Both the man and his son were swept away in the sea on 27 December, with the latter being rescued by members of the public – however, the father couldn’t be rescued at the time as he got swept away.
The Tragic Event
The unfortunate incident occurred on the shores near the Pantai The Westin Desaru Coast resort. Engaging in recreational activities on the beach, the father and son faced unexpected challenges, leading to a series of distressing events.
The duo was swept away by powerful waves. Prompt rescue efforts were initiated, with the 16-year-old son eventually being saved by vigilant members of the public.
The 16-year-old’s rescue took place before the official intervention by the rescue team. Following his rescue, the 16-year-old son was promptly rushed to Kota Tinggi Hospital for medical attention
Confirmation of Drowning
Masri Ibrahim, the operations commander of the Penawar Fire and Rescue Department, confirmed the tragic drowning incident.
The body was discovered at the beach area of the One and Only Desaru Coast resort by a member of the public.
Zaobao reported that the family positively identified the recovered body, marking a heartbreaking conclusion to the search.