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Free Malaysia Today
5 days ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Museum worker claims trial to sexually assaulting 6-year-old girl
The 18-year-old museum worker pleaded not guilty at the George Town sessions court to a charge under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017. PETALING JAYA : A museum worker at a Batu Ferringhi hotel has claimed trial in the George Town sessions court to sexually assaulting a six-year-old South Korean girl late last month. The 18-year-old accused, who was unrepresented, pleaded not guilty before judge Irwan Suainbon to a charge under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, which carries a jail term of up to 20 years and whipping upon conviction. He is accused of committing the offence against the child at a bear-themed museum in the hotel at 4pm on July 31, Berita Harian reported. Deputy public prosecutor Lee Jun Keong offered bail at RM10,000 with the condition that the accused does not contact the victim or prosecution witnesses until the case is concluded. The court allowed bail of RM8,000 with the proposed restrictions and ordered the accused to surrender his passport. The case has been set for mention on Oct 6 for submission of documents and the appointment of defence counsel.
Sinar Daily
6 days ago
- Sinar Daily
Museum staff pleads not guilty to sexually abusing 6-year-old South Korean girl
The accused entered his plea before Judge Irwan Suainbon after the charge was read to him in Malay. The accused pleads not guilty to the charge of sexual abuse involving a South Korean child last July. GEORGE TOWN - A museum counter staff member has pleaded not guilty at the Sessions Court in George Town to a charge of sexually abusing a six-year-old South Korean girl at a hotel in July. The accused, Chong Khay Tee, 18, entered his plea before Judge Irwan Suainbon after the charge was read to him in Malay. He was not represented by legal counsel during the proceedings. According to the charge sheet, Chong, who works at the TeddyVille Museum inside the hotel, is accused of touching the private parts of the young victim at around 4pm on July 31. The charge falls under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017, which provides for a maximum sentence of 20 years' imprisonment and whipping upon conviction. During the proceedings, Deputy Public Prosecutor Lee Jung Keong offered bail at RM10,000 with one surety, while also requesting several conditions to be imposed. 'I request additional conditions that the accused not be allowed to approach the victim or interfere with prosecution witnesses. 'In addition, the accused's passport must be surrendered to the court, if available, until the case is concluded,' said Lee. The accused, dressed in a purple jersey, appeared confused when asked to respond. 'I don't know what to say. I just want a lower bail,' he pleaded. The court granted bail of RM8,000 with one surety and accepted all additional conditions proposed by the prosecution. The case has been set for mention on Oct 6, pending the submission of documents and the appointment of a defence lawyer. More Like This
Malaysian Reserve
18-06-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Renewage Group fined RM30,000 for operating unlicensed tour business
GEORGE TOWN — The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) remains committed to strengthening the enforcement of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) to ensure that only licensed and legitimate operators run tour businesses, fostering a safer, more competitive, and responsible tourism industry environment. In a statement issued today, it said unlicensed activities can undermine tourist confidence and expose consumers to various risks, including fraud, uncertain itinerary, lack of legal protection and unsafe tourism experiences. 'Therefore, MOTAC is committed to enhancing the enforcement of Act 482 to ensure that only legitimate tour operators are allowed to operate,' read the statement. The statement was issued in response to a case involving a tour company that was fined RM30,000 by the Sessions Court here today for operating a tour business without a valid licence. Judge Irwan Suainbon meted out the fine, in default 12 months in jail, after a representative of the company, Renewage Group Sdn Bhd, pleaded guilty to the charge, framed under Section 5(2) of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482). The ministry hoped that the case would serve as a reminder to all operators in the tourism industry to be more responsible and ethical in conducting business activities. It said that the offence under Act 482 is a serious criminal offence and that it will take appropriate action against any person who violates the law. — BERNAMA
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Renewage Group fined RM30,000 for operating unlicensed tour business
GEORGE TOWN: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) remains committed to strengthening the enforcement of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) to ensure that only licensed and legitimate operators run tour businesses, fostering a safer, more competitive, and responsible tourism industry environment. In a statement issued today, it said unlicensed activities can undermine tourist confidence and expose consumers to various risks, including fraud, uncertain itinerary, lack of legal protection and unsafe tourism experiences. 'Therefore, MOTAC is committed to enhancing the enforcement of Act 482 to ensure that only legitimate tour operators are allowed to operate,' read the statement. The statement was issued in response to a case involving a tour company that was fined RM30,000 by the Sessions Court here today for operating a tour business without a valid licence. Judge Irwan Suainbon (rpt: Irwan Suainbon) meted out the fine, in default 12 months in jail, after a representative of the company, Renewage Group Sdn. Bhd, pleaded guilty to the charge, framed under Section 5(2) of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482). The ministry hoped that the case would serve as a reminder to all operators in the tourism industry to be more responsible and ethical in conducting business activities. It said that the offence under Act 482 is a serious criminal offence and that it will take appropriate action against any person who violates the law.
The Sun
18-06-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Renewage Group fined RM30,000 for unlicensed tour business
GEORGE TOWN: The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) remains committed to strengthening the enforcement of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482) to ensure that only licensed and legitimate operators run tour businesses, fostering a safer, more competitive, and responsible tourism industry environment. In a statement issued today, it said unlicensed activities can undermine tourist confidence and expose consumers to various risks, including fraud, uncertain itinerary, lack of legal protection and unsafe tourism experiences. 'Therefore, MOTAC is committed to enhancing the enforcement of Act 482 to ensure that only legitimate tour operators are allowed to operate,' read the statement. The statement was issued in response to a case involving a tour company that was fined RM30,000 by the Sessions Court here today for operating a tour business without a valid licence. Judge Irwan Suainbon (rpt: Irwan Suainbon) meted out the fine, in default 12 months in jail, after a representative of the company, Renewage Group Sdn. Bhd, pleaded guilty to the charge, framed under Section 5(2) of the Tourism Industry Act 1992 (Act 482). The ministry hoped that the case would serve as a reminder to all operators in the tourism industry to be more responsible and ethical in conducting business activities. It said that the offence under Act 482 is a serious criminal offence and that it will take appropriate action against any person who violates the law.
