Muhammad Aiman Zambri : “Seabed Tragedy: Diver Dies During Work”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Underwater fatality
2. Deep-sea accident

A tragic incident occurred in Chukai as a diver, Muhammad Aiman Zambri, 25, drowned while working at Pantai Geliga. The victim’s body was discovered by his colleague, Sukril Aiman Rabilalim A. Rani, at around 4.45 pm. The investigation revealed that both men faced complications with the oxygen hose, emergency rope, and steel marker rope while marking steel on the seabed. Despite efforts to swim to the surface, the victim did not survive. The case has been classified as sudden death, with authorities looking into potential negligence among the individuals involved. The victim’s remains have been transferred to Kemaman Hospital Forensic Unit for further examination.

Tragic Drowning Incident at Pantai Geliga

Yesterday, a tragic incident unfolded at Pantai Geliga near Chukai, where a young diver lost his life while working on the seabed. The victim, identified as Muhammad Aiman Zambri, 25, from Kampung Kubur Tok Panjang, Kemaman, is believed to have drowned during a routine underwater task.

Discovery of the Victim

The grim discovery was made by the victim’s colleague, Sukril Aiman Rabilalim A. Rani, at around 4.45 pm. The victim’s body was found floating on the surface of the sea, signaling a tragic end to what should have been a routine workday.

Details of the Incident

According to Kemaman district police chief Supt Hanyan Ramlan, the victim and his friend had dived to the seabed around 4 pm to mark steel for cutting. However, during the course of their work, they encountered a series of unfortunate events that led to the victim’s untimely demise.

It was reported that the victim and his friend became entangled with the oxygen hose, emergency rope, and steel marker rope, rendering them unable to surface. In a desperate attempt to free himself, the victim removed the weights from his body and tried to swim to the surface. Tragically, his efforts were in vain, and he succumbed to the unforgiving depths of the sea.

Investigation and Next Steps

The victim’s remains were promptly taken to the Kemaman Hospital Forensic Unit for further examination, as the authorities seek to unravel the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. While the case has been classified as a sudden death, the police are determined to investigate any potential negligence on the part of the employees or the employer.

As the community grapples with the loss of a young life, questions linger about the safety protocols in place for divers working in such hazardous conditions. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks faced by those who brave the depths of the sea in pursuit of their livelihood.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Muhammad Aiman Zambri during this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.