Johor, Malaysia: A Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) helicopter crashed into Sungai Pulai during a multinational security exercise on Thursday morning, injuring five officers. As of Friday morning, two of the injured remain in critical condition, while three are reported stable and under observation at Sultanah Aminah Hospital in Johor Bahru. The incident occurred during a ceremonial fly-past as part of the Multilateral Nuclear Security Detection Exercise (MITSATOM 2025), which involves participation from Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, and Thailand. The Airbus AS355N helicopter, registered 9M-PHG, took off at 9:51 AM from the Tanjung Kupang Police Station and nosedived into the river approximately 46 minutes later, near a jetty in Gelang Patah. Condition of Crew Members The five officers onboard were quickly rescued by marine police units present at the scene. They were immediately transferred to hospital for emergency medical care. According to the Royal Malaysia Police, the following personnel were on board: ACP Faizul Mohammad (pilot) Supt Ahmad Bustamin Baharom (co-pilot) Insp Muhammad Yusri Hamzah (observer) Sgt Mohd Firdzus Zulkifli L/Kpl Mohammad Farid Fikri Mat Noor The Inspector-General of Police confirmed that two officers are in critical condition and receiving respiratory support in the Intensive Care Unit, while the remaining three are stable. Investigation and Safety Review The Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) has initiated a formal investigation into the crash in accordance with Part XXVI of the Civil Aviation Regulations 2016. The case has been transferred to the Air Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) under the Ministry of Transport. Authorities are currently focused on recovering the helicopter's black box and flight data recorders. The wreckage remains partially submerged, and recovery operations are ongoing. The helicopter involved in the crash was an Airbus AS355N model, which has been in service with the police since 1996. Following the incident, a dedicated technical committee has been formed to assess the viability of the AS355N fleet and determine whether the aircraft model should continue operating within the police force. Official Statements and Inter-Agency Coordination The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MOSTI) has confirmed its full cooperation with the investigation. In a public statement, the ministry said it will support the authorities in examining all safety and procedural aspects linked to the incident. No fatalities have been reported. The swift response by marine units and on-site personnel was instrumental in the immediate rescue of all five crew members. Further updates will be provided following the conclusion of the investigation and medical assessments.
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Malaysia Police Helicopter Crash: 5 Injured and 2 in Critical Condition, Probe Underway

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Johor, Malaysia: A Royal Malaysia Police (RMP) helicopter crashed into Sungai Pulai during a multinational security exercise on Thursday morning, […]