Govt to probe if Orang Asli deaths linked to 'mystery disease', says Dr M

By : The Star

Published On: 2019-06-10

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Investigations are ongoing into the cause of death of 12 Orang Asli at Kampung Kuala Koh in Gua Musang, Kelantan, says Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad.

The Prime Minister said investigations would also focus on whether their deaths were caused by a “mystery disease”, adding that the government is concerned over the mass death.

Dr Mahathir said this after launching affordable homes at Lipat Kajang, Melaka on Monday.

Read more at https://www.thestar.com.my/news/nation/2019/06/10/govt-to-investigate-if-orang-asli-deaths-due-to-mystery-disease-says-dr-m/

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