A 40-year-old woman has been accused of perpetrating physical abuse on a one-year-old girl, resulting in linear ecchymosis, or bleeding under the skin. The alleged incident took place on March 15 around 5 pm at a pre-school, where the accused worked as an infant care provider.
While the identity of the woman has been redacted in court documents, it was revealed that she was charged on December 8 with one count of ill-treating the child who was under her care. To safeguard the child’s privacy, a gag order has been implemented.
According to the Straits Times, the accused, who appeared in court on January 8, admitted that she has not yet sought legal representation and expressed her intention to plead guilty.
She is scheduled to appear before the court again on January 17.
In Singapore, individuals found guilty of ill-treating a child or young person under their care may face severe penalties, including imprisonment of up to eight years, a fine of up to $8,000, or both.
The case has sparked widespread concern and raised questions about the safety and security of children at educational institutions. Authorities, including the Ministry of Social and Family Development, are expected to closely monitor the investigation and take appropriate action to ensure the well-being of children.
This comes a day after the news of a 59-year-old was charged for sexually assaulting a 2-year-old at Pre-School.
Child abuse and neglect raise serious alarm bells as they can have long-lasting physical and emotional consequences for the victims. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of enforcing stringent regulations and protocols within childcare facilities to safeguard the welfare of vulnerable individuals.
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