Investigator Shoal Investigator Shoal is a low-tide elevation located in the Spratly Islands. Malaysia first took possession of the feature in 1999. U.S. Board of Geographic Names: Investigator ShoalChina: Yuya Ansha, 榆亚暗沙Philippines: Pawikan ShoalTaiwan: Yuya Ansha, 榆亞暗沙Malaysia: Terumbu PeninjauVietnam: Bãi Thám Hiểm Occupied by: MalaysiaLegal Status: Low-tide elevationGPS: 8° 7' 3" N, 114° 41' 28" E Overview Images March 31, 2017 June 4, 2014