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A fishing trip off Kampung Tamau Batu Gadung in Kota Belud, Sabah on April 19, 2026 turned tragic when the boat capsized, resulting in the death of 18-year-old. Of the eight on board, six have been rescued while a search is ongoing for the last man, aged 23. — Picture from Facebook/Bomba Channel
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By Malay Mail
Monday, 20 Apr 2026 10:53 AM MYT
KOTA BELUD, April 20 — A boat carrying eight people capsized off Kampung Tamau Batu Gadung here yesterday afternoon, leaving one dead, one missing, and six survivors.
The 18-year-old victim was found by members of the public at about 9.50pm, roughly 700 metres from the capsized boat location, before being taken to hospital by villagers, Malay news outlet BH reported.
The 18-year-old was later confirmed dead at Kota Belud Hospital.
A 23-year-old man remains missing as search and rescue operations continue.
Authorities said the incident happened at about 5.20pm when the boat, carrying eight people out fishing, was believed to have been hit by strong waves before overturning at a river mouth.
Six other occupants managed to swim to safety and reach the riverbank.
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