Indonesian Man Drowns While Shrimp Fishing In Sungai Lengkor
The victim, identified as Fahrol, a construction labourer, was discovered about 28 kilometres from the location where he was last seen. His body has been sent to the Forensic Department of Pekan Hospital for further examination.
Pekan police chief Supt Mohd Zaidi Mat Zin said the incident occurred around 1 am on Sunday when Fahrol and three friends were fishing from a boat.
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