Singapore man jailed 21 months for assaulting 72-year-old father over rent money
SINGAPORE, Aug 20 — A 35-year-old man was reportedly sentenced to 21 months’ jail today after pleading guilt...
A 35-year-old Singaporean man was jailed for 21 months after pleading guilty to causing grievous hurt to his 72-year-old father during a dispute over rental income. The assault, which occurred in their home on January 19, 2023, left the older man with fractured ribs and a scalp laceration. Teo Yao Zhong reportedly attacked his father after the latter tried to intervene, stomping on his chest as he lay on the floor.
The older man managed to escape and called the police, who took him to Tan Tock Seng Hospital. Teo continued to be aggressive when officers arrived, even throwing items like a large television. During the court hearing, the unrepresented Teo expressed remorse, stating he had nothing further to say.
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