Doctor, 74, reported missing while windsurfing at Tanjung Bungah

 An emergency call was received at about 7.40pm and a search team was despatched but the victim has yet to be found.

The Penang fire and rescue department said the search operation is continuing for an elderly missing windsurfer. (EPA Images pic)

GEORGE TOWN:

An elderly doctor has been reported missing while windsurfing in the waters of Tanjung Bungah near a swimming club.

The Penang fire and rescue department said the man was identified as Dr Khaw Chun Sein, 74, following an emergency call from a member of the public at about 7.40pm.

A five-member rescue team has been dispatched to the location and is carrying out a search. “So far, the victim has not been found,” the department said a statement tonight. The operation is still continuing, with assistance from the civil defence force and the police. - FMT