Passenger Identified as Sasikumar from Sivaganga District
The deceased has been identified as Sasikumar, a resident of Ilayangudi in Sivaganga district, Tamil Nadu. Reports suggest he had travelled to Malaysia for personal work and was returning on the AirAsia flight from Kuala Lumpur to Tiruchirappalli early Wednesday morning. Mid-flight, he complained of severe discomfort and collapsed in his seat. Eyewitnesses reported that the airline crew immediately rushed to his aid, attempting CPR and first aid, and contacting ground medical personnel.
Assistance from a Doctor on Board
A doctor travelling on the same flight assisted the crew in their efforts to save Sasikumar. Sasikumar remained unconscious throughout the remainder of the flight. Other passengers were shocked by the event and tried to assist the airline crew in saving their fellow passenger. Passengers expressed their sorrow over the incident.
Sudden Heart Attack Mid-Flight
After the flight landed at Tiruchirappalli International Airport, airport doctors boarded the plane to examine the passenger, but Sasikumar had already passed away. Preliminary reports suggest he suffered a sudden heart attack while the plane was in flight. Airport authorities informed the deceased’s family and initiated the necessary procedures. The body was subsequently taken to Tiruchirappalli Government Hospital for a post-mortem examination. Information regarding any pre-existing medical conditions is currently unavailable.
