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Man killed when soil gives way during gemstone search in Pasir Gudang

A 48-year-old man died after a soil collapse buried him while looking for gemstones near a water tank in Pasir Gudang.

Jamaluddin Wahab was digging for gemstones with a companion on Jalan Kedidi 26 when the ground gave way, covering him with about a metre of earth. His friend escaped unharmed and called for help. Rescue teams from the Pasir Gudang and Johor Jaya stations arrived, but heavy rain halted the effort for a time. Using shovels and specialized tools, rescuers freed the victim, who was later pronounced dead.

Why it matters

The incident highlights safety risks associated with informal gemstone digging in residential areas.

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