BENTONG: Bentong MP Datuk Seri Liow Tiong Lai has made a donation of RM5,000 to the family of the late “snake whisperer” firefighter Abu Zarin Hussin.

Abu Zarin died on Friday (March 16) after he was attacked by a cobra during an operation in Bentong on Monday (March 12).

Liow, who is also Transport Minister, expressed his condolences to Abu Zarin 's family.

"I am saddened by his passing," he said.

Abu Zarin, who was well-known for his expertise in handling snakes, was based at the Temerloh fire station.

Liow presented the donation of a representative from Bentong Bomba, Fire Officer II Muhamad Ishak.

-The Star-