Flood mitigation uncovers over 10 bodies, including infant, in Klang River

New Straits Times

a day ago

KUALA LUMPUR: At least 10 bodies, including that of an infant, have been discovered during ongoing flood mitigation works along the Klang River under the Selangor Maritime Gateway (SMG) initiative.
Sinar Harian reported that Syaiful Azmen Nordin, managing director of Landasan Lumayan Sdn Bhd (LLSB), stated the discoveries were not isolated incidents, with remains being found almost monthly since river deepening and widening works commenced on Nov 1, 2022.
"To date, we have handed over more than 10 bodies to the police and fire department for further investigation.
"There was even a time when three bodies were found on consecutive days," he was quoted as saying after visiting the SMG Zone 8 flood mitigation site in Kota Kemuning today.
Syaiful said that among the most unexpected findings to date was the body of a baby, which took an emotional toll on them.
Apart from human remains, the project team continues to contend with severe river pollution, frequently encountering large waste items such as refrigerators, lorry tyres, beds, mattresses, sofas, and even motorcycles submerged in the riverbed.
The flood mitigation works are part of a comprehensive plan to enhance the capacity of Klang River, while simultaneously restoring its ecosystem and improving water quality.