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The search and rescue (SAR) operation to locate Jaslinda Saludin, 49, who was reported missing while climbing Gunung Batu Putih here will continue with a more focused approach based on new information or leads received. Photo by Bernama

The search and rescue operation for missing hiker Jaslinda Saludin, 49, at Gunung Batu Putih here will continue on a smaller scale from tomorrow, led by the Malaysian Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM). - Photo by Bernama

The sister of a missing female hiker, Jaslinda Saludin, 49, has expressed her sadness over the various speculations, assumptions and negative comments made by some social media users following the incident involving her family.

Search and rescue (SAR) operation for missing hiker Jaslinda Saludin, 49, at Gunung Batu Putih on June 1, 2026. - Photo by Bernama

The tendency among some individuals to underestimate the mountain, fuelled by the pursuit of instant popularity on social media, has been identified as one of the main factors contributing to the rising number of missing hikers and emergency incidents in the forest. Photo for illustrative purposes only - Pizabay

Earlier, an unmanned aerial vehicle, or drone, was deployed to facilitate the search and rescue operation for Jaslinda, who has been missing since May 23 after hiking at the mountain. - Photo by Bernama

JBPM air unit carried out a second attempt on May 26, 2026, to deploy personnel to rescue missing female hiker Jaslinda Saludin, 49, who disappeared while participating in a climb at Gunung Batu Putih last Sunday. - Photo by Bernama

A female hiker, Jaslinda Saludin, 49, remains missing after she is believed to have strayed from the original trail while climbing Gunung Batu Putih in Perak.

Perak Fire and Rescue Department deputy director Yusri Mohd Yusoff @ Hashim speaks at a press conference today on the search and rescue operation for Jaslinda Saludin, 49, who was reported missing while taking part in a hike at Gunung Batu Putih last Sunday, at the General Operations Force (GOF) Battalion 3 camp in Bidor. - Photo by Bernama

A teenage girl who was believed to have lost her way while hiking at Bukit Changkat Asa four days ago was found dead by rescuers today. - Photo by Bernama