Search enters day five for teen swept away at Menumbuk beach

2 Jun 2026 • 9:04 PM MYT
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Search enters day five for teen swept away at Menumbuk beach

KOTA KINABALU: Rescuers continue searching for 15-year-old Jason Alexander Jonathan, who went missing while swimming at a Menumbuk beach on May 29.

The operation has entered its fifth day, covering a 10.8 nautical mile radius from Pantai Sawangan to Batu Linting.

While his 13-year-old brother was saved by family members, Jason was swept away by strong waves.

The fire department, police and civil defence personnel are working together to locate the teenager along the coastline.