World · Singapore Bureau
Man jailed 21 years for sexually abusing 11 girls including family members
A man has been sentenced to 21 years imprisonment for sexually abusing 11 girls, including his daughter, granddaughters and nieces. This marks his third conviction for sexual offences following previous jail terms in 1999 and 2020.
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The man, whose identity has not been disclosed, was found guilty of systematic sexual abuse spanning multiple victims within his family circle. The 11 girls abused by him included his own daughter, granddaughters and nieces, indicating a pattern of predatory behaviour within his household.
Court records show this is not the perpetrator's first conviction for sexual offences. He was previously imprisoned in August 1999 and again in March 2020 for abusing other victims, demonstrating a history of repeated violations despite prior incarceration.
The 21-year sentence handed down reflects the severity of the crimes and the vulnerability of the victims involved. Authorities have not disclosed additional details regarding the specific nature of the offences or the timeline of the abuse.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about familial sexual abuse and the challenges faced by victims in reporting crimes within family structures. Support services remain available for survivors of sexual violence in the region.