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Croatian Hiker Fined RM25,000 for Mount Kinabalu Climb
Croatian climber Mauro Persic paid RM25,000 fine after 8-day rescue from Mount Kinabalu, calling trespassing 'last thing on my mind'.
In brief
Croatian climber Mauro Persic paid RM25,000 fine after 8-day rescue from Mount Kinabalu, calling trespassing 'last thing on my mind'. Croatian hiker Mauro Persic was fined RM25,000 for unauthorized entry into Kinabalu Park after an 8-day rescue, stating trespassing was 'last thing on my mind'. Originally reported by…
Croatian Hiker Fined RM25,000
Croatian hiker Mauro Persic, residing in London, was fined RM25,000 for unauthorized entry into Kinabalu Park.
“RM25,000”
Trespassing Was 'Last Thing On My Mind'
Persic said trespassing was 'last thing on my mind' after seeing Mount Kinabalu's beauty.
“last thing on my mind”
Spontaneous Climb Decision
Persic described climb as impulsive, driven by admiration for Mount Kinabalu's beauty.
“spur of a moment”
Apology to Sabahans
Persic apologized to Sabahans for perceived disrespect, stating no intention to offend culture or mountain.
“never meant any disrespect to people, culture nor mountain”
Environmental Respect Claims
Persic claimed he left no trace and avoided sacred peaks to respect Kadazan-Dusun cultural significance.
“leaving no trace behind and not climbing on top of any major peaks”
No Mountain Conquest
Persic denied conquering Mount Kinabalu, questioning the concept of 'conquering' mountains.
“did not conquer Kinabalu (nor any other mountain for that matter)”
8-Day Rescue Operation
Persic was found injured on Sept 6 after sending SOS, requiring five-day rescue with 43 personnel.
“Sept 6”
Injuries Sustained
Persic sustained injuries to right leg, ribs, and minor hand wounds during rescue.
“right leg and ribs”
The main idea
Croatian hiker Mauro Persic was fined RM25,000 for unauthorized entry into Kinabalu Park after an 8-day rescue, stating trespassing was 'last thing on my mind'.
