German tourist drowned in Aceh

German tourist drowned in Aceh

BANDA ACEH, Aceh: Police have launched a massive search for a German tourist who was drowned in the Kali Mas River in Badar, Southeast Aceh, on Monday, Antara reported.

The news agency said Tim Klenke, 24, was crossing the river with two compatriots and an Indonesian guide when he was swept away by the current. They were on their way to Leuser National Park.

Southeast Aceh police chief Lt. Col. Sirwandi Laut Tawar said police, with the help of locals, have launched a search operation. (rms)