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Retired teacher pleads not guilty to 17 sexual assault charges
A retired educator has denied allegations of physically assaulting seven students in a case heard before Malaysia's Sessions Court in Teluk Intan. The defendant faces 17 separate charges related to the alleged incidents.
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The retired teacher appeared before the Sessions Court in Teluk Intan on Wednesday to address the charges brought against him. According to court proceedings, the accused entered a plea of not guilty to all 17 counts of physical sexual assault allegedly committed against seven students.
The case marks a serious allegation within Malaysia's education sector, with the charges spanning multiple alleged victims. The court has scheduled the matter for further hearing to determine trial dates and establish the prosecution's timeline for presenting evidence.
As the case progresses, both the defence and prosecution will present their respective arguments. The Sessions Court will hear submissions from both sides before determining the next steps in the judicial process.
Under Malaysian law, charges of sexual assault carry significant penalties upon conviction. The court proceedings are expected to take several months as witness statements and evidence are formally presented.