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Welfare Home Officer Fined for Assaulting 10‑Year‑Old Boy in Prayer Hall
WHY IT MATTERS
The fine demonstrates that misconduct by welfare staff is punishable, reinforcing standards of safety and conduct for vulnerable children.
What happened
A 43‑year‑old officer at a welfare home was fined after striking a 10‑year‑old boy in a prayer hall. The officer, who practices the martial art of silat, struck the boy in the face and then kicked and pushed him until he fell.
The incident was reported to authorities, who imposed a fine on the officer for the assault.
The case highlights the enforcement of discipline and accountability for staff in welfare facilities.
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Officer from welfare home gets fine after elbowing, kicking 10-year-old boy in prayer hall
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