Zaqy Mohamad ‘deeply disturbed’ by sexual assault case involving young children at mosque
Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad said that he has asked the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) to review safeguards around informal activities and gatherings involving children and youths.
Acting Minister-in-charge of Muslim Affairs Zaqy Mohamad expressed deep concern over a sexual assault case involving young children at a mosque. The 37-year-old accused took in two young boys from a broken family and later raped one of them while molesting the other. The perpetrator was sentenced to 27 years and 10 months in jail, along with 24 strokes of the cane.
Zaqy stated that the Islamic Religious Council of Singapore (MUIS) is reviewing safety safeguards, particularly around informal activities and gatherings involving children and youths. MUIS has also announced measures to strengthen security, including patrols and CCTV monitoring. The minister emphasized that mosques must remain open and welcoming, but safety must not be compromised.
Parents and caregivers are advised to stay close to their children and ensure they know how to report any uncomfortable situations.
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