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Father jailed, caned for sexual assault on daughter
Published on: Friday, June 06, 2025
Published on: Fri, Jun 06, 2025 Text Size: KOTA KINABALU: A 51-year-old man has been sentenced to nine years in jail and two strokes of the cane for sexually assaulting his daughter last year. Sessions Court Judge Marlina Ibrahim delivered the verdict after the man maintained his guilty plea during the facts and sentencing hearing.
Advertisement The perpetrator received a seven-year jail term and two strokes for touching the 13-year-old victim's private parts on Dec 18, 2024, in Menumbok, Beaufort, with an additional two years imposed due to the familial relationship. Deputy Public Prosecutor Afiqah Alya called for a deterrent sentence, highlighting the gravity and prevalence of such offences, despite the unrepresented man's plea for leniency. The victim's ordeal came to light after she fled to her aunt's house, later revealing the abuse to her foster mother, who then reported the incident to the police. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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