From the New Straits Times (Jan 19): Another abduction? Malaysian-registered vessel found abandoned in Philippine waters
SANDAKAN: A Malaysian-registered fishing boat was found abandoned in waters off Langawan island in the southern Philippines this morning, sparking fears of yet another abduction case.
Philippine security forces discovered the boat with its engine still running. No one was onboard the fishing vessel, which bore the registration number BN 838/4F.
It was learnt that three people were supposed to be on the boat, which is registered in Sandakan.
The missing trio are said to be Indonesians aged between 26 and 47.
Eastern Sabah Security Command (Esscom) commander Datuk Wan Abdul Bari Wan Abdul Khalid, when contacted, confirmed that the authorities have received a report at 6pm with regards to the discovery of the vessel.
“As of now, I can confirm that we have received the report and it happened in Philippine waters.
“They (the missing fishermen) could have been fishing outside Malaysian waters but we are waiting for full details from our counterparts.”
http://www.nst.com.my/news/2017/01/205619/another-abduction-malaysian-registered-vessel-found-abandoned-philippine-waters
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