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Mint
2 days ago
- Mint
Caught on camera: Malaysia police helicopter crashes into river during nuclear drill
Five Malaysian police officers were injured when their helicopter crashed into Sungai Pulai river during a multinational security drill on July 10. The Airbus AS355N aircraft plunged into the water near Gelang Patah, Johor, just 21 meters from a jetty at 10:37 am, only 46 minutes after taking off from Tanjung Kupang Police Station. Marine Police immediately rescued all occupants, including two senior officers. They were rushed to Hospital Sultanah Aminah where two remain critically ill needing breathing support, while three are stable. Reports described the helicopter "nosediving straight into the river" during the incident. Police Inspector-General Mohd Khalid Ismail confirmed the identities while visiting hospitalized crew members. Despite the helicopter's age (delivered in 1996), Khalid insisted: 'Age isn't the problem – proper maintenance is key'. However, police announced a committee to evaluate retiring the AS355N fleet due to '28-year service duration and reduced capabilities'. Meanwhile, police authorities urged citizens not to speculate or circulate videos of the incident and keep the privacy of the bereaved and their family members in mind. The investigation process is also underway, as a probe is currently underway in regard to this latest air accident. The Air Accident Investigation Bureau has opened a formal probe under Malaysia's Civil Aviation Regulations 2016. Technical teams will examine maintenance records and flight data, while witness accounts suggest possible mechanical failure during low-altitude maneuvers. This incident follows April's deadly navy helicopter collision in Lumut that killed 10 personnel, intensifying scrutiny of Malaysia's military aviation safety. Authorities urge the public to avoid speculation as rescue divers and aviation experts work at the muddy crash site.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Nuclear drill goes off script: Malaysia police helicopter crashes into river; 5 injured- Watch video
Malaysia police helicopter crashes into river At least five people were injured, including two of them who required breathing support, after the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (Mitsatom 2025) helicopter crashed on Thursday. During Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail's HSA visit on Thursday, he expressed confidence in the hospital's medical expertise, stating, "With the aid and expertise of the doctors at HSA, I believe we can provide the best possible care for them. We pray for their recovery so they can resume their duties as usual," The Sun reported. A video on social media showed that the helicopter plunged into the Pulai River mid-exercise during a mock nuclear drill in Johor's Gelang Patah. The victims include three police Air Unit members and two Tanjung Kupang police station officers. The AS355 police helicopter crashed near the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) Jetty in Gelang Patah during a ceremonial flypast at the exercise involving Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore. The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) verified that the AS355N helicopter (registration 9M-PHG) departed from Tanjung Kupang police station at 9:51am with five occupants. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like เหตุใด Crypto CFDs จึงเหมาะกับพอร์ตการลงทุนของคุณ IC Markets อ่านเพิ่มเติม Undo Responding to concerns about the helicopter's age, Mohd Khalid emphasised that proper maintenance, not age, was crucial. He assured welfare support for the officers and their families. CAAM confirmed that the Air Accident Investigation Bureau would conduct investigations under Part XXVI of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016. Comm Datuk Seri Azmi Abu Kassim identified the victims as ACP Faizul Mohammad (pilot), Supt Ahmad Bustamin Baharom (co-pilot), Corporal Adeline Liu Yan Siu (air observer), Sergeant Siti Latipa Khairuddin, and Constable RG Devendran. The police established an internal investigation team and will form a committee to evaluate the AS355N helicopter's current usage, considering its 28-year service period. The exercise aimed to test national preparedness for nuclear security incidents involving radioactive material smuggling across borders. Mohd Khalid requested the public to avoid speculation and sharing incident videos, citing investigation integrity and family sensitivities. Updates will be provided through official PDRM channels.
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Journalists recount trauma after witnessing police chopper crash
ISKANDAR PUTERI: The harrowing moment a police helicopter plunged into the river near Sungai Pulai jetty in Gelang Patah this morning remains indelibly etched in the memories of two journalists who witnessed the tragedy unfold before their eyes. The incident, which occurred during a security exercise, not only shocked the reporters but also stirred deeply traumatic recollections. Radio Televisyen Malaysia (RTM) journalist Muhammad Aiman Hakeem Awazmin, 27, said he was covering the Malaysia–Indonesia–Thailand–Singapore Nuclear Security Detection Exercise 2025 at the Sungai Pulai maritime jetty when the helicopter suddenly plunged into the river. "Even now, I can still picture how the helicopter crashed — it happened right in front of me," said Aiman, who admitted he remained traumatised by the experience. The incident brought back memories of his previous assignment during floods in Kluang two years ago, where he had flown in the same model of helicopter. "I've flown in that exact model before. Watching it crash triggered a wave of sadness and fear… it felt as though all my emotions collapsed at once. This was one of the most terrifying moments of my career as a journalist," he said. Meanwhile, Bernama journalist Nur Fadhliana Shaari, 41, also expressed concern for the five crew members aboard the aircraft — particularly after learning that two were in critical condition. "We saw with our own eyes how the helicopter spun before crashing. Although we knew they were trained professionals, hearing that some were critically injured was heartbreaking. "We could only pray for their safety and hope that such incidents never happen again," she said. An investigation into the crash, which occurred at 9.51am today An investigation into the crash, which occurred at 9.51am today , has been launched by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau under the Transport Ministry, in accordance with Part XXVI of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016.
Sinar Daily
2 days ago
- Sinar Daily
Two critical, three stable after police helicopter crash
All five received immediate medical attention from specialist doctors at the hospital shortly after the incident. 10 Jul 2025 05:27pm A police helicopter performing a fly-past simulation in conjunction with the Malaysia-Indonesia-Thailand-Singapore 2025 Nuclear Security Detection Multilateral Training Program (MITSATOM 2025) before being involved in an accident near Sungai Pulai today. - Bernama photo JOHOR BAHRU - Two of the five police personnel involved in this morning's helicopter crash during the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (MITSATOM 2025) in Gelang Patah are reported to be in critical condition and require respiratory assistance. Inspector-General of Police Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the other three victims are in stable condition and being treated at Sultanah Aminah Hospital (HSA) in Johor Bahru. Inspector-General of Police, Datuk Seri Mohd Khalid Ismail (left), along with the Johor Police Chief, Datuk M. Kumar (centre), inspect the site of the police helicopter involved in an accident during training for the Malaysia-Indonesia-Thailand-Singapore 2025 Nuclear Security Detection Multilateral Training Program (MITSATOM 2025) at the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (APMM) jetty in Johor today. - Bernama photo He said all five received immediate medical attention from specialist doctors at the hospital shortly after the incident. "Alhamdulillah, with the help and expertise of the specialists at HSA, I believe we can provide them with the best possible treatment. We pray for their recovery and hope they can return to duty as usual, God willing,' he told Bernama when met at HSA. According to him, three of the victims are members of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) Air Wing Unit, while the other two are attached to the Tanjung Kupang police station. Commenting on claims that the helicopter was an ageing asset, Mohd Khalid said age is not a major factor if proper maintenance is carried out. "Being old is not a problem. What matters is that maintenance is done well. What happened was something beyond our control,' he said. Mohd Khalid said police will look after the welfare of all the personnel involved and their families. The AS355N helicopter belonging to PDRM crashed into the waters near the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency jetty during an honour flypast held as part of the MITSATOM 2025 exercise involving Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore. In a statement, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) said the helicopter with registration number 9M-PHG had departed from Tanjung Kupang police station at 9.51 am with five people on board, including the pilot. CAAM said further investigation will be conducted by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau under the Ministry of Transport in accordance with Part XXVI Civil Aviation Regulations 2016. - BERNAMA More Like This
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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Video of police helicopter's emergency water landing in Johor goes viral [WATCH]
KUALA LUMPUR: A video of a police helicopter making an emergency landing near Sungai Pulai, Gelang Patah, has gone viral on social media. The short clip shows the helicopter descending before making a large splash in the water. Several Marine Police and Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) boats are seen circling the area to rescue the personnel on board as the video continues. All five policemen on board the helicopter have been sent to hospital. Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Mohd Khalid Ismail said the personnel, comprising two senior officers and three rank-and-file members, are receiving treatment at Sultanah Aminah Hospital in Johor Baru. "They have been transferred to the hospital for further examination and medical treatment," he said in a statement today. It is understood that the crew were participating in the Malaysia-Indonesia-Thailand-Singapore Maritime Operation (MITSATOM) 2025 training exercise. The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) confirmed the incident, which involved an AS355N helicopter that had departed from the Tanjung Kupang police station at 9.51am. All five occupants, including the pilot, were rescued by the Marine Police Force and transported to the MMEA jetty. An investigation has been launched by the Air Accident Investigation Bureau under the Transport Ministry, in accordance with Part XXVI of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016. — BERNAMA TV (@BernamaTV) July 10, 2025
