Items found during search for missing hiker in Malaysia not hers

Search and rescue operations for Jaslinda Saludin, a woman who went missing while hiking Mount Batu Putih in Tapah, Malaysia, have discovered several items in various locations. However, these findings have been officially confirmed as not belonging to the missing hiker.

Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad, Assistant Director of Operations at the Perak Fire and Rescue Department, stated that the items were found in different areas, including along rivers, hillsides, and routes traversed by the rescue teams since the operation began on Thursday. "After examination, it has been confirmed that all these items do not belong to the missing person. So far, the search operation has not yielded any new clues," he said.

A smaller team, comprising five members from the Forestry Department and mountain guides, continues the search in the affected sector. Additionally, a group from the Orang Asli community, who joined the search on June 3, remains involved but has yet to find any indications of Saludin's whereabouts.

Jaslinda Saludin was part of a group of 13 individuals, accompanied by two mountain guides, who embarked on the Trans Spencer Chapman hike starting May 23. The route included Pos Gedung, Mount Bah Gading, Mount Batu Putih, and concluded in Kuala Woh. Despite receiving numerous applications from volunteers wanting to join the search, only those meeting specific criteria are permitted to participate after a vetting process.

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After examination, it has been confirmed that all these items do not belong to the missing person. So far, the search operation has not yielded any new clues.