Two male students at a local secondary school in Kuching have been suspended after allegedly threatening a female classmate with sexual assault and physical harm. The incident reportedly occurred on October 21 (Tuesday).
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Milton Foo, chief of the Sarawak United Peoples’ Party (SUPP) Public Complaints Bureau, said he received a report from the victim’s parents, who claimed their daughter was verbally and physically intimidated by two male classmates.
One of the boys allegedly threw stones at the girl’s back and head, while the other used violent language, reportedly referencing recent school-related rape and murder cases, threatening to “stab her 300 times after sexually assaulting her.”
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Disciplinary measures implemented
Authorities acted promptly following the report. Police intervened and the school held a meeting with the parents of all students involved. As a disciplinary measure, the two boys were suspended for three days, with one student transferred to another class. Police issued verbal warnings and instructed both boys to apologize to the victim in person.
Support for the victim
The school also provided support for the affected student, granting her leave to recover from the ordeal. Her parents, concerned about her mental wellbeing, extended the break until October 30 and arranged counselling services to help her cope with the incident.
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Addressing the wider issue
Milton Foo highlighted the impact of excessive exposure to online content on students, warning that violent or explicit material can influence behaviour and blur the line between virtual actions and real-life consequences. He urged parents and teachers to provide proper guidance and closely monitor children’s daily activities and social interactions to prevent similar incidents in schools.
“Parents should take time each day to understand their children’s school life and friendships. Timely attention can prevent serious problems before they escalate,” Milton Foo advised.
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