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Retired civil servant pleads not guilty to sexual assault charges in Kangar
A government pensioner appeared in Sessions Court in Perlis on Wednesday to face charges related to sexual assault and criminal force against two young girls. The accused entered a not guilty plea to three charges brought against him.
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KANGAR — A retired government employee pleaded not guilty in the Sessions Court here Wednesday to three charges of sexual assault and using criminal force against two preteen girls. The 65-year-old accused, who cannot be named for legal reasons, is alleged to have committed the offences against the minors in separate incidents. Court proceedings heard the charges carry significant penalties upon conviction, with the prosecution presenting evidence to support the allegations. The case has been set down for further hearing dates as the court processes the matter. The accused remains subject to court bail conditions while the case proceeds through the judicial system.