AN elderly tourist from Johor Bahru died following a diving excursion at Pantai Kampung Paya on Tioman Island, Rompin, late Friday evening.
The victim, identified as Low Choon Foi, 72, had entered the water at approximately 6.30pm with a companion, according to Rompin District Police Chief Superintendent Sharif Shai Sharif Mondoi.
"At 7.40pm, his friend found Low lying unconscious on the beach. There was froth around his mouth," Sharif said in a statement on Saturday.
The friend immediately sought help from the management of a nearby resort, who assisted in transporting Low to the Kampung Tekek Health Clinic.
“At 9.20pm last night, a medical officer confirmed that the victim had died,” Sharif added.
Initial physical examinations revealed no signs of foul play.
According to police, Low had checked into a local resort earlier that morning at 10.30am with a group of 14 friends from Singapore. They were scheduled to depart the following day.
“In light of this incident, I advise diving enthusiasts to ensure they are in good health and physically fit before engaging in such activities, and to get adequate rest beforehand,” Sharif said. - July 6, 2025
