KANGAR, Oct 27 – A member of the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) was killed while two other officers sustained injuries during an operational mission at Sungai Padang, in Kuala Perlis waters, late Monday night, October 26, 2026.
Kangar District Police Chief ACP Yusharifuddin Mohd Yusop confirmed receiving an official report regarding the fatal incident, which occurred at approximately 11:00 PM.
“I can only confirm receiving the report of this incident, but further information regarding this incident can only be released by the MMEA,” ACP Yusharifuddin stated when contacted by Bernama on Tuesday, October 27.
The MMEA is scheduled to convene a press conference in the afternoon to provide comprehensive details surrounding the operation, the casualties, and the exact sequence of events.
Operational Context, Police Confirmation, and MMEA Briefing
Key operational details, local law enforcement confirmations, and pending agency reports include:
- Fatal Incident Location & Time: The fatal operational incident took place around 11:00 PM on Monday night, October 26, 2026, at Sungai Padang in the coastal waters off Kuala Perlis.
- Casualties Breakdown: One MMEA personnel was confirmed dead at the scene, while two other agency members sustained injuries requiring medical treatment.
- Police Investigation Report: Kangar OCPD ACP Yusharifuddin Mohd Yusop verified the receipt of the police report but deferred further statements to maritime authorities.
- Pending MMEA Press Conference: MMEA leadership is expected to release official findings and address the media in an afternoon press briefing in Perlis.
–NMT
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