Nine anglers rescued after boat capsizes

The 28-foot fiberglass boat that capsized near Sutera Harbour Resort.

The victims after arriving at the marine police jetty yesterday.

KOTA KINABALU: Nine anglers, including seven tourists from Hong Kong, were rescued after their boat, lashed by large waves, capsized in the waters in front of Sutera Harbour yesterday evening.

The victims comprised seven tourists from Hong Kong, aged 42 and 60, and two local men, including the boat skipper, in their 30s.

They were plucked from the waters by marine police who came in three patrol boats around 4pm after they had held on to the 28-foot fiberglass boat for about 20 minutes.

City police chief ACP M. Chandra said only two men, both Hong Kong tourists, were injured.

“They are reported to be in stable condition after being treated by paramedics.

“None of them were admitted to hospital as they only sustained minor injuries,” he said yesterday.

According to Chandra, investigation revealed that the group left Sembulan jetty at 8am for Pulau Tiga for a fishing trip.

“Around 2pm, the group decided to move to Pulau Mamutic to continue their fishing trip.

“Around 3.30pm, they decided to call it a day and return back to Kota Kinabalu. While on their way back, it started to rain heavily with strong winds, causing the boat to capsize.

All the men were taken to the marine police jetty where they were given medical treatment by paramedics.

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