On Anniversary of Malaysian Campsite Landslide, Victims’ Families, Survivors Seek Answers
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Vincent Khor Wei Fong set up a tribute in his home to his wife, Chin Su King, and 5-year-old son, Daniel Khor Yen Hong, who were both killed by a landslide in December 2022. (Dave Grunebaum/VOA) On the one-year anniversary of the landslide, victims families and survivors gathered at the site to light candles, say prayers and release balloons with messages to those who perished. (Courtesy Tan Ei Ein) Brian Teng’s tent was about 5 feet from the path of the landslide.(Dave Grunebaum/VOA) FILE - Rescue teams continue the search for victims caught in a landslide in Batang Kali, Malaysia, Dec. 17, 2022.
On a table next to his dining area, Vincent Khor Wei Fong has a display of photographs of his late wife, Chin Su King, and their 5-year-old son, Daniel.
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