Penang Gerakan calls for probe into alleged assault on primary student
GEORGE TOWN: Gerakan has called on the Penang Education Department to investigate an alleged assault involving a 9-year-old primary school pupil.
Penang Gerakan has called for an investigation into an alleged assault on a 9-year-old primary school student in George Town. According to public complaints bureau chief Andrew Ooi, the incident occurred at a Chinese primary school in the southwest district and involved the child sustaining bruising to his left back and arm after being hit by a teacher.
Ooi emphasized that the incident should not be dismissed as a mere disciplinary matter, as physical injuries cannot be ignored, while also cautioning against condemning teachers as a whole due to the pressures they face. He proposed regular training for teachers and urged the Education Ministry to address systemic issues such as bullying, student mental health, and violence.
Ooi also stressed the importance of protecting the child's welfare, safety, and right to be disciplined without facing retaliation, intimidation, or discrimination.
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