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Toddler Dies After Horrific Box Jellyfish Sting in Malaysia
20 Nov, 2025
Summary
- A two-year-old Russian boy died four days after a box jellyfish sting.
- The incident occurred at Chenang Beach in Langkawi, Malaysia.
- The family hopes his death serves as a warning about marine dangers.
A tragic incident unfolded at Langkawi, Malaysia's Chenang Beach, where a two-year-old boy suffered a fatal box jellyfish sting. The Russian child, Vladimir Yakubanets, was in shallow water when the venomous creature attacked. His parents immediately sought help, but the potent venom proved overwhelming.
Despite prompt medical attention and transfer to a hospital 90 miles away, where antivenom was eventually obtained, Vladimir passed away four days after the attack. His distraught parents, Nikita and Olga, chose not to pursue legal action, instead expressing a desire for their son's tragic death to raise awareness of the risks posed by marine species.
The family plans to cremate Vladimir and return his ashes to Russia, remembering him as a kind and smart child. They shared that Vladimir's passing, while devastating, is seen by them as a sacrifice to prevent future tragedies, making their son a hero.
