Indonesian fisherman found off Tioman repatriated
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JOHOR BARU: An Indonesian fisherman who went missing after becoming separated from the boat carrying his two children has been repatriated after being found adrift in waters off Pulau Tioman, Pahang.
From the original report
The Indonesian Consulate General in Johor Bahru worked with the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA) in Pahang on the search and rescue operation following a missing-person report received by Indonesian authorities.
Consular Officer Dhania Afini Lestari said Bachtiar, from the Anambas Islands regency in the Riau Islands, underwent a medical examination after being rescued and received temporary accommodation and supplies.
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