World · Singapore Bureau
Restaurant chef jailed over sexual assault of 11-year-old girl
A chef has been sentenced to eight and a half years in prison for sexually assaulting a child at a restaurant while staff and customers were present.
LSN Singapore ·
Kassim Juhamat received the custodial sentence following his conviction for the assault of the girl, which occurred in a public dining setting. The incident took place while numerous individuals were at the establishment, raising concerns about the brazen nature of the offence.
The case proceeded through the courts with prosecutors presenting evidence of the assault that occurred despite the presence of witnesses. The severity of the offence against a minor, combined with the circumstances in which it took place, influenced the length of the sentence imposed.
The conviction represents a significant case involving the protection of minors in public spaces. Authorities have not disclosed additional details regarding the investigation or any preventive measures subsequently implemented at the restaurant.
The sentence comes amid ongoing efforts in the region to strengthen safeguarding protocols in hospitality and service sectors where children may be present.