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High Court orders caregiver, childcare operator to pay RM65,000 damages

A High Court has ruled that a childcare worker and the operator of a nursery must pay compensation to the family of a young child following findings of negligence in the case involving Baby Syifaa.

LSN Malaysia · 5 November 2026

High Court orders caregiver, childcare operator to pay RM65,000 damages

The High Court has ordered a childcare caregiver and nursery operator to pay RM65,000 in damages to the family of a child, holding them liable for negligence in a case that has drawn significant public attention. The court's decision follows legal proceedings brought by the child's family seeking accountability for the incident. The compensation order reflects the court's findings that the defendants failed in their duty of care toward the child in their facility. The case highlights ongoing concerns about safety standards and supervision practices in Malaysian childcare centres. Legal experts note that such rulings underscore the importance of proper oversight and responsible childcare management to protect young children's welfare.