Two critically injured in police chopper crash near Sungai Pulai
Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said both victims were on respiratory support, while the remaining three were in stable condition.
"I believe we are doing our utmost for them, with the assistance of specialist doctors at Sultanah Aminah Hospital (HSA).
"Of the five, two are critically injured and require respiratory support, while the other three are stable," he said briefly when met at HSA's Emergency and Trauma Unit today.
Mohd Khalid visited the five victims, comprising three members of the police Air Unit and two from the Tanjung Kupang police station.
Also present was Johor police chief Datuk M. Kumar.
Mohd Khalid expressed hope for the victims' recovery and their eventual return to duty.
He said that the police would cooperate fully with the relevant authorities leading the investigation.
"We will provide all necessary support, including assistance to the victims and their families.
"We will leave the investigation to the proper authorities," he said.
When asked whether the downed helicopter was part of the police force's older fleet, he stressed that the incident was unforeseen.
"Age is not an issue, as long as maintenance is carried out properly.
"This was beyond our control. We always strive to ensure the best for the police and the public," he said.
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