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Two 16-year-old boys plead guilty to sexual assault of disabled girl
Two teenagers have admitted to sexually assaulting a 14-year-old disabled girl in Pahang in October. The offence occurred at a secluded location near a fish pond in Kuala Pahang.
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Both boys, aged 16, entered guilty pleas to charges related to the assault of the minor, which took place on October 6 at a hut situated near a fish pond in the Kampung Siong area of Kuala Pahang.
The case has drawn attention to concerns regarding the safety and protection of vulnerable children in the region. Authorities have been investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident since it was reported.
The boys' guilty pleas bring the matter before the courts for sentencing. Proceedings are ongoing as judicial authorities determine appropriate penalties under Malaysian law governing offences against minors and persons with disabilities.
The case underscores ongoing efforts by law enforcement and child protection agencies across Malaysia to address crimes against vulnerable populations and ensure adequate safeguards for at-risk youth.