KOTA BELUD: A man suffering from emotional distress, who was reported missing after leaving his home in Gansurai on Monday, has been found safe.
The 26-year-old was located by a rescue team and villagers at 10:13am today, about 2.5 kilometers from the Incident Control Post (PKTK).
Kota Belud Fire and Rescue Station Chief, Assistant Fire Officer Elge Bakuk, said 12 personnel, including a drone unit member, were involved in the search and rescue (SAR) operation.
"The second day of the SAR operation successfully found the victim in safe condition with no serious injuries," he said.
The victim was handed over to the police and later taken to Kota Belud Hospital for further treatment.
Elge added that the Kota Belud Fire and Rescue received the emergency call from the District Police Headquarters at 8:45 p.m. on Monday regarding the missing person.
"According to initial reports, the victim left his home at around 6 a.m. and was believed to be lost in a plantation area. He has also been dealing with emotional issues since returning from Korea in 2018," he said.
