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Old 31st May 2023, 19:34
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SLXOwft
 
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Apparently 100 'live' shells found on the ship

https://www.overtdefense.com/2023/05...ng-ww2-wrecks/

As mentioned above, the authorities found shells and scrap metal believed to be from PoW on a jetty at Tanjung Belungkor.
According to the New Straights Times:
Investigators also found 46 unexploded ordnances comprising 135mm and 40mm artillery shells, believed to be from the warship.
Penalty is up to 2 years in prison and/or MYR100K fine (GBP17.5K / USD 21.5K)
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