Court extends sentence for former bowling coach convicted of indecency

A former bowling coach has been sentenced to an additional two years imprisonment following the Court of Appeal's decision to uphold his conviction for outraging the modesty of a former Sukma Games athlete. The appellate court reversed the High Court's earlier rejection of the victim's evidence, determining that the testimony was both consistent and substantiated by corroborating witness accounts. The decision represents a significant development in the case, with the higher court finding no fault in the victim's credibility or the supporting evidence presented. The coach's conviction relates to an incident involving the athlete during their time in the sport. The case underscores the judicial system's commitment to protecting athletes from misconduct and ensuring that victim testimony receives proper consideration in such proceedings. The additional sentencing reflects the Court of Appeal's assessment of the severity of the offence and the reliability of the evidence before it.