Lelaki didenda RM12,000 tampar, pukul anak tiri guna lesung batu, seterika

In a recent court hearing, Joharis Mahmod, a 48-year-old van driver, was sentenced to a RM12,000 fine for assaulting his two adult daughters. The incident occurred in a Cheras apartment complex on August 13 between 10:30 PM and 11 PM. Joharis was found guilty of two charges of causing bodily injury and head trauma to his daughters, aged nine and seventeen.

The crimes were committed by shoving, hitting with a stone hammer, and using a cinder stick. A teacher's report revealed that the assailant had caused severe injury to the nine-year-old girl by hitting her both arms, while the seventeen-year-old girl suffered injuries to her back and head. The maximum penalty for such offenses is a fine of RM50,000 or up to 20 years in prison or both.

Joharis was also ordered to perform 36 hours of community service and complete a two-year good behavior bond. The judge, Suhaila Haron, emphasized the importance of teaching the defendant to treat the children he is responsible for with care. Joharis, who was not represented by a lawyer, also expressed remorse for his actions and promised not to repeat them, stating that he needed the RM3,500 monthly income to support his family.