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Ampang Tahfiz Teacher Denies Four Sexual Assault Charges Against Pupils
A 35-year-old Islamic teacher has pleaded not guilty to four counts of sexually assaulting students at a tahfiz school in the Ampang district. The case was heard at the Ampang Sessions Court on Friday.
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The defendant, who teaches at the Islamic boarding school, faces allegations relating to misconduct against multiple pupils. He appeared before the court to enter his plea on the four sexual assault charges brought against him.
The Ampang Sessions Court is now processing the case following the not guilty plea. Details regarding the specific nature of the allegations and the identities of the complainants remain subject to court proceedings.
Sexual assault cases involving educational staff have drawn increased scrutiny in Malaysia in recent years, with authorities emphasizing the need for robust safeguarding measures in Islamic educational institutions. The case is expected to proceed through the court system with further hearings to be scheduled.
The defendant's legal team has indicated he contests all allegations. Court documents and further procedural matters will be addressed in subsequent court sessions as the case develops.