KUCHING: A university student was found drowned after he allegedly fell into the Sarawak River today (Sept 18).
The unfortunate incident occurred near the iconic Floating Mosque by the Waterfront at around 3.55 pm.
The victim was a 21-year-old from Bangladesh.
Responding promptly to the emergency call, the Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) deployed firemen from the Padungan station and the diving unit from the Batu Lintang station to the scene.
After an intense search effort, the victim was discovered at 5.56 pm, about three metres from the location where he had fallen.
His body was handed over to the police for further action.
In light of this incident, individuals grappling with emotional distress are urged to seek support from trained volunteers at Befrienders Kuching at 082-242800 or via email at sam@befrienderskch.org.my.
Befrienders is a non-profit organisation dedicated to providing emotional support services for individuals facing depression and suicidal thoughts from 6.30pm to 9.30pm daily.
