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Free Malaysia Today
3 days ago
- Free Malaysia Today
Cops deny NFA in probe into alleged child molest case
Kajang police chief Naazron Abdul Yusof said investigations were ongoing under the Sexual Offences Against Children Act for physical sexual assault on a child. (Facebook pic) KUALA LUMPUR : Police have denied shelving their investigation into a foreign worker who allegedly molested a nine-year-old girl at a convenience store in Kajang in February. Kajang police chief Naazron Abdul Yusof denied the case had been classified as requiring no further action (NFA), saying investigations were ongoing under the Sexual Offences Against Children Act for physical sexual assault on a child. 'Action is being taken to complete our investigations,' he told FMT. Last Friday, Naazron said the police were seeking witnesses to assist in their investigation into the case. He said a police report was lodged on March 12 by the victim's father, claiming his daughter was molested on Feb 27. He said the victim had only revealed the incident to her family on March 11. Earlier today, Bersatu's Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal said the child's father had informed him that the police had classified the child molest case as NFA. At a press conference in Parliament, the Machang MP also said the father is set to be charged for spreading a video of himself confronting the foreign worker and the owner of the shop he worked at. He claimed the video clearly showed the foreigner admitting to sexually assaulting the girl. Wan Fayhsal, a Bersatu Supreme Council member, said the opposition will provide the father with a lawyer to fight his charges in court and to seek justice for his daughter. When asked if it's true the father will be charged, Naazron simply said: 'Investigations are ongoing.'
Malay Mail
4 days ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
Govt launches tougher laws, mobile courts to tackle child sexual crimes and protect victims
KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 11 — The government is intensifying efforts to safeguard children from sexual crimes through legislative improvements and more comprehensive implementation strategies. Deputy director-general (Legal Reform Sector) of the Legal Affairs Division (BHEUU) under the Prime Minister's Department, Thiyagu Ganesan, said these efforts include the amendments to the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017 [Act 792], the expansion of special criminal courts, and ongoing training for legal officers. He said that several key amendments were made to Act 792 in 2023, which include replacing the term 'child pornography' with 'child sexual abuse material', introducing new offences such as live-streaming of sexual crimes and sextortion, and mandating compensation for victims. 'Additionally, the government has recently passed the Online Safety Act 2025 (Act 866), which places the responsibility on digital platforms to remove child sexual abuse content. It also introduces the safety-by-design concept to ensure a safer online environment for children,' he said during an interview on Bernama TV's Apa Khabar Malaysia programme today. To broaden access to justice for victims, Thiyagu noted that the number of Special Courts for Sexual Crimes Against Children has been increased to 81 nationwide, along with the introduction of child-friendly mobile courts. 'These mobile courts are equipped with a child witness room and will travel to where the child is located, hence eliminating the need for the child to travel to a physical courtroom, which may be distressing,' he explained. Thiyagu also underscored the importance of specialised training for prosecutors, judges, and lawyers to improve the handling of child-related cases, in line with the 2023 legal reforms regulating the manner in which child witnesses are examined, cross-examined, and re-examined in court. He said the BHEUU is actively expanding awareness campaigns related to Section 19 of Act 792, which mandates all individuals to report suspected cases of child sexual crimes to the authorities. Touching on the Human Rights Commission of Malaysia (Suhakam) Act 1999, he said amendments in 2023 led to the creation of a full-time position for Chief Children Commissioner, along with two Children Commissioners and one additional Commissioner, all dedicated to strengthening oversight of government policies related to child protection. 'Their role is to provide assistance, commentary, and recommendations on government plans and policies, as well as to announce improvements. If issues arise, they will actively speak out to ensure continuous progress,' he added. — Bernama
Malay Mail
6 days ago
- Malay Mail
Melaka headmaster under investigation for child abuse after student complains of molest to mum, out on police bail
MELAKA, Aug 10 — A school head master has been arrested by police on suspicion of molesting a 12-year-old male student in the school toilet and his office since last June. Melaka Police Chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar said the 58-year-old man was arrested yesterday by a team of police officers from the D11 branch of the Melaka Contingent Police Headquarter's Criminal Investigation Department at around 9 pm in connection with the case. 'Police have confirmed receiving a report, and the suspect is being investigated under Section 14(a) of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act 2017. 'The urine screening test was found to be negative for drugs, and the suspect was detained for a period of 24 hours before being granted police bail,' he said in a statement here today. Earlier, the media reported that the suspect's actions were exposed after the victim, who could no longer endure the sexual harassment, told his mother about the incident. The mother then took her son to file a report at the Melaka Tengah Police Station yesterday. According to a source, the eldest of three siblings claimed the incident occurred around 8 am on July 29 when he and two friends went to the school toilet before the suspect entered the toilet and hugged and touched the victim's buttocks. The complainant also claimed that a similar incident happened last June when he and his friend went to the suspect's office after being asked to help put clips on certificates. However, the victim did not tell anyone about both incidents because he was afraid of being scolded by his mother. — Bernama
Free Malaysia Today
07-08-2025
- 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.
