Landslide: Man's remains found, death toll stands at 26

21 Dec 2022 • 1:16 PM MYT
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The location of the 26th dead victim on Wednesday in sector B. Photo by the Fire and Rescue Department.

The remains of a man was found around 11.15am at Sector B (Riverside), bringing the total number victims who perished in the landslide tragedy to 26.

The search operation continues to recover the remaining seven victims who are still missing.

A total of 94 victims were reported to be involved in the landslide which occurred on Dec 16.

Of the total, 61 was found safe, 26 had died and seven were still missing.

The victims included five me, 13 women, five boys and three girls.