A 25-year-old Singaporean man who fell of a ship in US waters and got lost at sea back in June ezrlier this year, remains missing after 3 months and he has been presumed dead by the US authorities.
His sister took to Facebook to share the latest updates on her brother’s situation.
Recap
A Singaporean man has been reported missing in U.S. waters, raising concerns and prompting search and rescue efforts.
The incident occurred on June 20, 2023, when the man, identified as 25-year-old Muhammad Furqan bin Mohamed Rashid, fell off a cargo ship.
Muhammad Furqan bin Mohamed Rashid embarked on a sailing journey with the aim of completing his Certificate of Competency Class 3. which would enable him to become a junior deck officer, an exciting milestone in his career.
A close friend of Furqan, Muhammad Fariz, shared the details of his aspirations in a heartfelt Facebook post, seeking support and prayers for his missing friend.
Expressing a heavy heart, Fariz implored the online community to rally behind Furqan during this challenging time. He emphasized the urgency of the situation, highlighting the need for collective efforts to bring Furqan back safely.
Nur’Afifah Mohamed Rashid, the sister of Muhammad Furqan bin Mohamed Rashid, also turned to social media to request prayers for her missing brother.
Understanding the power of collective hope and support, she reached out to the online community, seeking solace and strength during this trying period leading to an outpouring of sympathy and prayers.
The US Coast Guards issued a press release on their website, saying that they had suspended active search operations for a “crewmember” that had fallen off a bulk carrier, although it isn’t clear if the crewmember refers to Furqan.
US Coast Guard’s press release
Coast Guard suspended active search for person in the water near Point Conception California
The Coast Guard suspended its active search Tuesday evening for a crewmember that fell off a bulk carrier while transiting the Santa Barbara Channel Traffic Separation Scheme en route to the Port of Long Beach.
“We extend our deepest sympathies to this crewmember’s friends and family,” said Chief Warrant Officer John Rose, search and rescue mission coordinator at Sector Los Angeles/Long Beach. “The decision to suspend an active search is never easy and is only made after exhaustive efforts to find the missing person.”
The Coast Guard crews searched by air and sea for nearly 15 hours, covering more than 200 square nautical miles.