Has any ransom demand been made for the abducted crewmen?

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No Ransom Demand Has Been Made for the Abducted Crewmen

As of the latest reports, the Malaysian police have not received any ransom demand from the abductors of the four Malaysian crewmen. The individuals, identified as Wong Teck Kang, 31; Wong Hung Sing, 34; Wong Teck Chii, 29; and Johnny Lau Jung Hien, 21, were taken by suspected Filipino militants.
Abduction Details and Authorities' Response

The four Malaysians were abducted on Friday while working aboard the Malaysian-registered barge MV Massive 6. This incident occurred in waters off Ligitan Island in Sabah. The barge was reportedly transporting timber from Malaysia to Manila when the crewmen were taken by eight gunmen. Malaysian authorities, through Wisma Putra, have condemned the act as "senseless and barbaric" and are cooperating with Philippine counterparts to secure the crewmen's release.
Ongoing Investigations and Potential Links

The Inspector-General of Police, Tan Sri Khalid Abu Bakar, confirmed the absence of a ransom demand. Investigations are underway to determine if the abduction involves members of the notorious Abu Sayyaf militant group, which is active in the Philippines. The Embassy of Malaysia in Manila and the Consulate General in Davao City are working closely with relevant agencies in the Philippines to assist in the ongoing investigation and efforts to secure the crewmen's safe return.

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