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Three former NSFs plead guilty to sexual assault on bunkmate
Three former National Servicemen aged between 23 and 26 have pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting a roommate during their military service. The incident occurred while the victim was in his bunk.
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The three men, whose identities have not been disclosed, admitted to the charges in court proceedings. The assault involved pinning down the victim and engaging in non-consensual physical contact of a sexual nature while he lay in his bunk. The incident highlights concerns about safeguarding and conduct standards within military barracks environments. Authorities did not immediately release details regarding sentencing or the timeline of events leading to the charges. The case has drawn attention to protocols for reporting and investigating allegations of misconduct within the Singapore Armed Forces. Investigations into the matter were completed before charges were brought against the three former servicemen.