Search ongoing for man believed taken by crocodile

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6 Jul 2025 • 7:20 PM MYT
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By: Winnie Kasmir

KINABATANGAN: A man is feared missing after he was reportedly attacked by a crocodile while fishing near a river at Tomanggong Estate, Sukau, on Sunday afternoon.

Kinabatangan Fire and Rescue Station acting chief Yus Pg Pinsin said they received an emergency call from the Sukau Police Station at 1.14pm.

The victim, identified as Mare Miri, was believed to have been attacked by a crocodile during a fishing activity.

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As of press time, the victim has not been found and updates will be provided as the operation continues.