Body of missing Sabah girl found on hillside, two men held over suspected murder

An 11-year-old girl who went missing in Sabah has been found dead, leading police to reclassify the case as a murder investigation. Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident, which has caused significant public concern.
Why it matters
The tragic case highlights local public safety concerns and the legal response to violent crime against minors.
KOTA KINABALU, July 17 — The disappearance of an 11-year-old girl from Sepanggar has ended in tragedy after her decomposed body was found near a house under construction, with police arresting two men in connection with her death.
The report is a factual account of a police investigation and criminal proceedings.
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