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What happened

A family of six — a married couple and their four children, aged between six months and nine years — were reported missing from Jitra, in the state of Kedah, Malaysia. South China Morning Post+2The Star+2
On 5 July 2025 they left a relative’s home in Taman Aman and were due to return home in Jerlun but didn’t arrive. The Star+1
On 7 July 2025 the car was discovered submerged in the river Sungai Korok (also spelled Korok River) in Kampung Kemboja near Jitra. Sinar Daily
The vehicle was a sedan (reported as a Proton Iswara) about one metre from the riverbank, at a depth of around 6 metres. The Straits Times+1
Rescue crews broke open the roof and windows of the car to recover the victims. Sinar Daily
All six were found in the back (rear) passenger seat area of the car. The Star+1

Who the victims were

The father: Mohamad Azim Izat Ishak (age 32)
The mother: Nurul Hidayah Khadijah Razman Efendi (age 31)
Their children:
- Putra Rayyan Nur Izzat, age 9
- Hawa Adriana, age 8
- Nayla Huma’ira, age 7
- Tuah Haidar, age 6 months The Star+1

What investigators observed

There were tyre/brake marks near the riverbank about one metre from where the car ended up, implying the vehicle may have left the road or lost control before entering the river. Borneo Post Online+1
The victims being located in the back seat suggests they may have attempted escape from the vehicle when it went under. The Star
The river is murky and about 6 metres deep at the site, which hindered early detection of the car. The Star+1

Next steps & open questions

The authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the cause: whether this was an accident (e.g., losing control of the car) or if other factors (mechanical failure, poor visibility, etc.) played a role. The Straits Times+1
Autopsies and vehicle inspections will help clarify cause of death and what exactly happened at the moment of impact/entry.
The community and relatives are in shock and offering support; the surviving extended family is being assisted.

Summary

Tragically, this is a case of a young family – parents and four children – found dead in their submerged car in a river in Malaysia. The location and circumstances suggest they veered off or into the river, but full details and cause remain under investigation.