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Russian Toddler Dies in Malaysia Four Days After Jellyfish Sting

The parents plan cremation in Malaysia with their son's ashes to be repatriated to Russia.

Overview

  • The child, identified as Vladimir, was stung while swimming with his mother in shallow water at Pantai Cenang on Langkawi.
  • He was treated at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital in Alor Setar, Kedah, where he died four days after the incident.
  • The father said the boy developed serious complications following the sting and he expressed gratitude to hospital staff.
  • The family does not intend to pursue legal action and hopes the case serves as a warning to visitors about jellyfish in local waters.
  • Coverage is based on Free Malaysia Today, relayed by RIA Novosti, with no official medical cause or species of jellyfish specified.