KENINGAU: The body of a man reported missing while bathing in a river here has been found.
Mexweddle Patrick, 30, was said to have gone out for an afternoon dip at the Pagalan River on Sunday (April 14) before he went missing.
Sabah Fire and Rescue Department officials said the victim’s relatives noticed him missing around 3pm.
According to the department, they received a distress call at 5.56am on Monday.
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The body was handed over to the police for further action.
No other casualties were reported.
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