Miri man calls cops after finding suspected rocket debris near home

MIRI – Miri police today confirmed receiving a report from a resident of Sepupok, Batu Niah, about 81km south of here on the finding of metal debris believed to be part of China’s Long March 5B rocket near his house.

Miri police chief Alexson Naga Chabu said following the report at 5.30pm yesterday, police found a metal piece buried about 1m into the earth.

However, police could not confirm the origin of the metal and sought the assistance of Fire and Rescue Department Hazmat as well as the Science, Technology and Innovation Ministry to analyse the location.

“We are advising members of the public not to go near the area as the metal may contain radioactive substances harmful to health,” he said in a statement here today.

The area is being closely monitored to ensure no untoward incidents occur. 

The people are also advised not to make any speculations or spread any fake news that may annoy the community

Witnesses of the incident should contact the nearest police station to provide further information. – Bernama, August 1, 2022