Kayakers Singaporeans are DEAD corpse found

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Singapore Missing Singaporean kayakers: Woman's body found off Terengganu

A kayak was found near Kuantan Port by fishermen. (Photo: Bernama)

14 Aug 2019 04:52PM (Updated: 14 Aug 2019 10:13PM)
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SINGAPORE: A woman's body was found in waters off Kemaman, Terengganu, on Wednesday (Aug 14), Chinese portal 8world.com reported, as the search continued for two Singaporeans who went missing while kayaking.
Family members of Ms Puah Geok Tin have been notified but formal identification has yet to take place, the report said.

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According to the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA), a local fisherman found the body at about noon.
The authorities were transporting the body to the Kemaman police station.
Ms Puah, 57, and Mr Tan Eng Soon, 62, were separated from a group while kayaking near the Endau islands last Thursday.
Earlier on Wednesday, their family members identified the personal items in their kayak, which was found by local fishermen off Kuantan the day before.

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READ: Kayak belonging to missing Singaporeans found as search operations enter fifth day in Malaysia
Also found were other items, including food rations, Mr Tan’s passport, two purses with money, a mobile phone, a bag of clothes, identity card and a paddle.
MMEA Mersing zone director Haris Fadzillah Abdullah said family members confirmed that the items belonged to Mr Tan and Ms Puah.
They also confirmed that the kayak was the one used by the pair when they went missing, he added.
Noting that the pair's water bottles were not in the kayak, Ms Puah’s son Louis Pang said this provided “some hope” for the family.
"The kayak was a clue, out of the vast area of the sea, it was a clue for us. At the same time it was worrying for us because of the food rations inside, it’s something we are worried about.
"But we are still keeping very high hopes for them to come back safely," he said.
Mr Haris said on Wednesday that they would widen the search to cover Kuantan, Pahang.
“The search and rescue (SAR) mission involves 10 marine assets of MMEA, police, Fire and Rescue Department, and Royal Malaysian Navy, covering 451 square nautical miles with 119 rescuers from various agencies,” he said.
READ: More aircraft, rescuers deployed in search for Singaporean kayakers missing off Mersing, Johor
READ: Search area for missing Singaporean kayakers expanded
SAR personnel had also scoured the islands around Endau waters at the request of the families of Tan and Puah.
“For the past two days, the sea has been rough with waves of between 1.5m and 3m high, which is dangerous to small boats,” he added.
Mr Pang thanked the authorities for their help in finding his mother and Mr Tan.
“I really want to thank the marine police, the Malaysian Navy, the police and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for really putting so much effort to come and help us in this search,” he said.
“It has been six days, and I believe a lot of them had very little rest. They are doing all that they can to help us ... We’re very thankful for all their support.”
Mr Pang said earlier on Wednesday that their family and friends really missed Ms Puah.
“I love my mum a lot,” he said. “Our family members are very close. There are so many things I want to tell her. I just hope she comes back safely.”
Editor's note: An earlier version of this article said that the woman's body was that of missing Singaporean kayaker Ms Puah Geok Tin. 8World has since updated its report to say that formal identification has not taken place yet.
Source: CNA/Bernama/ga(tx)

 

[laksaboy]

Noting that the pair's water bottles were not in the kayak, Ms Puah’s son Louis Pang said this provided “some hope” for the family.

"But we are still keeping very high hopes for them to come back safely," he said.

 

[rushifa666]

50 kayak your head. Tempting sea god to take you

 

[steffychun]

Be like Nora!

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Who is going to pay for the search n retrieval?

 

[syed putra]

Travel Insurance

 

[laksaboy]

50 kayak your head. Tempting sea god to take you

Should have climbed Mount Everest instead. If you die near the summit, no need to retrieve corpse. And your body will be mummified and well-preserved. No need to give your hard-earned money to unscrupulous funeral directors.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Travel Insurance

I HOPE the singkie and m&d gahmens send the family the bill for the stupidity of the victims,....and did the victims have an EPIRB? Why are safety equipment not made compulsory?

 

[mudhatter]

A good stinky is a dead stinky.

Can fertilize Malayan territory at least.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Why don't he put his money where his mouth is n pay both gahmens the cost of the search. Talk is cheap when u not paying the bills.

Son of missing Singaporean kayaker in Malaysia urges authorities to 'maintain search effort'
The son of missing kayaker Tan Eng Soon speaks to reporters.
15 Aug 2019 09:47PM
(Updated: 15 Aug 2019 10:03PM)
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SINGAPORE: The son of a Singaporean man who went missing while kayaking in Malaysia on Thursday (Aug 15) urged authorities to maintain the search effort for his father.
Mr Jeremy Tan's father, Tan Eng Soon, 62, went missing along with Singaporean Ms Puah Geok Tin, 57, last Thursday.
The two were separated from their group while kayaking near the Endau islands.
Speaking to reporters, Mr Tan's son thanked the authorities and urged local residents to keep a lookout for his father.
More aircraft and rescuers were deployed on Aug 12, 2019 in the search for two Singaporean kayakers missing off Mersing, Johor. (Photo: Bernama)
"So far up to this point, we are very grateful for all the help and support by the MFA (Ministry of Foreign Affairs), by the Malaysia maritime police department. We hope that in the coming days, they can continue to maintain the search effort as my father is still missing," he said.
"We would also like to reach out to all the local fishermen or any of the locals who might be out at sea over the next few days. We ask that they please keep a lookout for him as well, because they have been instrumental in the search thus far," he said.
The search operation for the two missing Singaporean kayakers entered its fifth day on Aug 13, 2019. (Photo: Bernama)READ: Missing Singaporean kayakers: Woman's body found off Terengganu
His comments come a day after a woman's body was found in waters off Kemaman, Terengganu by local fishermen.
Ms Puah's family confirmed on Thursday that the body was Ms Puah's and said that arrangements were being made to bring her remains back to Singapore.
"It is hard for us, but at the same time we are relieved that we could give her proper last respects,” her son, Mr Louis Pang, told reporters at Kemaman Hospital.
READ: More aircraft, rescuers deployed in search for Singaporean kayakers missing off Mersing, Johor
The kayak belonging to the two Singaporeans who went missing off Mersing in Johor is seen on Aug 13, 2019. (Photo: Johor Maritime Agency)
The kayak belonging to the two Singaporeans was found on Tuesday in Kuantan, about 80 nautical miles from where Mr Tan and Ms Puah were reported missing.
In addition to the kayak, other items found included Mr Tan's passport, two purses with Malaysian and Singapore currency, a mobile phone, a bag of clothes, an identity card and a paddle, the agency said.

 

[rushifa666]

This gong chee bye hire locals then. 1 is to 3. I thought they love to look down on how small rm is? Now make use ofit

 

[bobby]

Hmmm...maybe the missing Tan should be a suspect or person of interest in this homicide.

 

[cocobobo]

I remember the report about the 2 sinkees lost in Johor jungle recently. After intense SAR they were found by chopper. After recovery they came back to the firemen with a gift of.... A box of KFC chicken meal.

Firemen must be thinking SGD drop so much already?

 

[laksaboy]

If you're going to get lost in the jungle it helps to put your SAF/NS jungle survival and topographical skills to good use.

You need a compass and map (not Google Maps, there may be no reception), flashlight etc.

But if you bump into a harimau, good luck.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

If you're going to get lost in the jungle it helps to put your SAF/NS jungle survival and topographical skills to good use.

You need a compass and map (not Google Maps, there may be no reception), flashlight etc.

But if you bump into a harimau, good luck.

Why don't just get an Epirb?

 

[Hypocrite-The]

'I love you and I always will': Family, friends pay tribute to Singaporean kayaker who died in Malaysia
(Photo: Facebook/Louis Smile)
15 Aug 2019 10:59PM
(Updated: 15 Aug 2019 11:22PM)
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SINGAPORE: “I love you and I always will.” These seven words were posted by the daughter of Singaporean kayaker Puah Geok Tin early on Thursday (Aug 15) morning, hours after Malaysian authorities found a woman’s body in the waters off Kemaman, Terengganu.
Family members of Ms Puah, 57 - who went missing along with Singaporean Tan Eng Soon while kayaking in Mersing last Thursday - have confirmed that the body is hers.
The two were separated from their group while kayaking near the Endau islands. The search for Mr Tan, 62, is ongoing.
On Thursday night, Ms Puah's daughter, Raine Pang, took to Facebook to thank family and friends for their concern and support.
"We understand that many of you would like to come visit, however investigations by the authorities are still ongoing," wrote Ms Pang.
READ: Kayak belonging to missing Singaporeans found as search operations enter fifth day in Malaysia
"MUMMY WILL BE BACK SOON"
"My mummy will be back soon after investigation and we will update on the wake details when we can. We really appreciate all your love."
The post came after Ms Pang and her brother Louis Pang posted an image on Facebook early on Thursday morning that said: "Dear Mummy, You’ve lead a wonderful & glorious life … You did what you love to do till the very end. Rest in Peace Mummy. I love you."
Tributes and condolences started pouring in, with many comments pointing to Ms Puah's adventurous spirit.
"I’ll never forget the smile that you always have on your face, the meals that we had together, all the trips that we went on together, and I’ll never forget you," one mourner wrote.
"You are the most adventurous and fun lady that I have even known ... An awesome mummy, wife and friend," another wrote.
"RELIEVED WE CAN GIVE HER PROPER LAST RESPECTS"
Ms Puah's son told reporters in Malaysia on Thursday that he identified his mother based on her personal belongings.
"It is hard for us, but at the same time we are relieved that we could give her proper last respects,” he told reporters at Kemaman Hospital.
Mr Pang, who is the youngest sibling, said that his mother was a very active woman and had always gone out with her friend for excursions such as mountain climbing, kayaking and cycling.

 

[Hypocrite-The]

Remains of Singaporean kayaker to be repatriated as search continues for missing partner
Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency via Malay Mail
Josephine Puah Geok Tin and Mr Matthew Tan Eng Soon's kayak and personal belongings were found on Aug 13 by a fisherman in Kuantan.
Published16 AUGUST, 2019UPDATED 16 AUGUST, 2019
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SINGAPORE — "My mummy will be back soon," the daughter of Singaporean kayaker Josephine Puah Geok Tin wrote in a Facebook post on Thursday (Aug 15) as she thanked well-wishers for their concern and the support shown towards her family.
Puah's body was found on Wednesday in the waters off Kemaman, Terengganu. Her remains will be repatriated to Singapore on Friday, Malaysian state news agency Bernama reported.
"We would like to thank (the) Ministry of Foreign Affairs for all your help and support for speeding things up," Puah’s daughter, Ms Ranie Pang, wrote in her Facebook post.
"My mummy will be back soon after investigation and we will update on the wake details when we can. We really appreciate all your love. We are very grateful."
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Puah, 57, and another Singaporean kayaker, Mr Matthew Tan Eng Soon, 62, had gone missing during a kayaking trip in Mersing, Johor, on Aug 8.
Puah and Mr Tan’s kayak and personal belongings were found on Tuesday by a fisherman in Kuantan. Puah's body was then found a day later by another fisherman in waters off Terengganu.
The search for Mr Tan is still ongoing, with Malaysian authorities focusing their efforts on an area of around 500 nautical square miles between where the kayak and Puah’s body had been found.
His son, Mr Jeremy Tan, thanked Singapore and Malaysian authorities for their assistance in the search efforts on Thursday. He urged local residents to continue keeping a lookout for his father as they have been instrumental in the search so far, reported CNA. AGENCIES
Read more at https://www.todayonline.com/singapo...-repatriated-search-continues-missing-partner

 

[nightsafari]

I remember the report about the 2 sinkees lost in Johor jungle recently. After intense SAR they were found by chopper. After recovery they came back to the firemen with a gift of.... A box of KFC chicken meal.

Firemen must be thinking SGD drop so much already?

 

[bobby]

Malaysia calls off search for missing Singaporean kayaker

The search operations for missing Singaporean kayaker Tan Eng Soon was called off at 9pm on Sunday night, the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) said in a press release yesterday.

Director of the Johor Maritime division, First Admiral (Maritime) Aminuddin Abdul Rashid, said in the press release: "Search and rescue (SAR) operations were terminated after no new clues were discovered, following the discovery of the female victim on Aug 14."

He added that the search would be reactivated if new clues are found.

Mr Tan, 62, and Madam Puah Geok Tin, 57, were kayaking around the Endau islands near Mersing, Johor, on Aug 8 with 13 others when they drifted away from the group amid rough conditions and went missing.

On Aug 13, the pair's double kayak and personal belongings were found near Tanjung Gelang, which is close to Kuantan Port in Pahang and about 30km south of Kemaman in Terengganu state.

A day later, Madam Puah's body was found floating five nautical miles east of Kuala Kemaman by local fishermen.

The SAR operations lasted 10 days and involved 155 personnel, five air assets and 11 marine assets from agencies including the Royal Malaysia Police, Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia, Royal Malaysian Navy and Malaysian Civil Defence Force.

Praising the efforts of the maritime community, fishermen and other locals, First Admiral (Maritime) Aminuddin said: "MMEA commends the highest honour to all parties involved directly or indirectly."

In a statement yesterday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) expressed its "deep appreciation to the Malaysian government and all Malaysian agencies" for their help in the SAR operations.

"We have been heartened by the support and assistance of ordinary Malaysians from all walks of life, especially the fishermen in the area who played a critical role in the recovery efforts. We express our deepest sympathies to the families of the two Singaporeans involved in a mishap... Our thoughts and prayers are with the families during this difficult time."

 

[Bad New Brown]

Old people should engage activity like voluntary helping out other senior citizens in the nursing or care home and not going around creating unnecessary trouble for other people