PETALING JAYA: In a tragic turn of events, four individuals from Malaysia lost their lives following a New Year's Eve concert at Sunway Lagoon in Selangor.

Preliminary investigations suggest that ecstasy consumption may be linked to their deaths, according to local police.

Victims and Investigations

The victims, aged between their 20s and 40s, included two men and two women. Selangor police chief Hussein Omar Khan announced during a press conference that they are awaiting toxicology reports to confirm the presence of ecstasy in their systems.

Other Concertgoers Affected

In addition to the fatalities, three other concertgoers exhibited alarming symptoms consistent with drug intoxication. Two of them remain hospitalized in intensive care, while one has since been discharged. The police have received multiple reports from hospitals regarding these incidents.

Witness Accounts and Viral Footage

Witnesses reported that the seven individuals attended the Pinkfish Countdown 2024 concert, held at Sunway Lagoon’s Surf Beach, some separately and others in groups, but all were enjoying the festivities just 20 minutes from Kuala Lumpur.

Video footage that has since circulated on platforms like TikTok shows individuals collapsing during the concert; one particular video by user @cinemagicmy has gone viral, amassing over 1.5 million views.

Investigation Ongoing

As investigations unfold, the police are exploring the possibility of foul play or poisoning related to the events at the concert. They have urged anyone with information to contact local authorities.

Pinkfish Management Response

To facilitate the investigation, six witnesses have already provided statements, and more are expected to come forward, including friends of the victims and event organizers.

In response to the unfolding situation, Pinkfish Management, the concert organizer, has acknowledged that the deaths occurred outside the event's premises but has committed to cooperating fully with police investigations. They expressed their deep concern for the safety and well-being of attendees, stating they implemented rigorous security measures, including deploying over 100 police officers and K9 units to ensure a secure environment for concertgoers.

Conclusion and Future Implications

As this heartbreaking story develops, it raises critical questions about the safety of large public events and the need for more stringent drug prevention strategies. Stay tuned for updates as we uncover more about this shocking incident.