Many people knew Philip Sim through A Taste of Johor which he developed over 2 years. And through Asia Cycling Network, he got to know many Malaysian riders.
What happened to him this evening is sad and shocking though his good friends could see it coming... Philip had a heart attack a few years back while cycling and he wasn't quite himself in our recent AST Ride.
As I have been getting many calls and texts from concerned friends, I thought it necessary to let his friends know what exactly happened to him this evening.
Philip passed away....
Apparently Anna Ong texted him about a night ride in JB. Instead of hearing his voice, she was shocked when a doctor spoke over the phone to her. He had used his phone to call her, asking her who she is. Then, explained that Philip was brought to his
clinic by a passer by but pronounced dead upon arrival. He died of a heart attack.
Like I always tell him, he is surrounded by a lot of guardian angels. Good samaritan Al Tamil sent him to a nearby clinic. Dr Yogi assisted. Khan on his way back from KL dropped by to verify it was him. Frankie bumped into his family at a food court and is on his way bringing his sister to JB.
As of now, Philip is transfered from the clinic to Mutiara Rini police station. He will soon be taken to the General Hospital before his body will be claimed by his sister.
Rest in Peace, Philip.
