{
  "id": 18047955,
  "title": "No special treatment for anyone involved in domestic violence – Penang Exco",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/04/no-special-treatment-for-anyone-involved-in-domestic-violence-penang",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-04T01:13:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Vibes",
    "slug": "the-vibes",
    "url": "https://www.thevibes.com/articles/news/129157/no-special-treatment-for-anyone-involved-in-domestic-violence-penang-exco"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Penang state government firmly opposes all forms of domestic violence, asserting that individuals, including elected officials, will be held to the same legal standards. Social Development, Welfare, and Non-Islamic Religious Affairs Exco member Lim Siew Khim emphasized the government's unwavering stance, stating that no one is above the law. The police have received a report regarding a State Legislative Assemblyman allegedly assaulting his wife, and are currently investigating under Section 323 of the Penal Code for voluntarily causing hurt. Four individuals, including the assemblyman and his wife, have been questioned to aid the investigation. The police have cautioned against premature conclusions or judgments, urging the public to refrain from spreading unverified information or engaging in speculation. The state government is actively working to combat domestic violence through partnerships with the Women's Centre for Change, Penang Women's Development Corporation, and other agencies. This includes the implementation of the Safe Family Policy and First Support Point network, which have trained 646 community members and organizations since October.",
  "summary": "THERE will be no special treatment or preferential handling for any individual, including elected representatives found involved in cases of domestic violence, as they are subject to the same laws. Penang State Executive Councillor for Social Develop...",
  "key_points": [
    "Penang state government opposes all forms of domestic violence.",
    "Elected official investigated for allegedly assaulting wife.",
    "Government partners with agencies to combat domestic violence."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The state government's refusal to grant immunity to elected officials reinforces a zero-tolerance approach to domestic abuse and strengthens the legal accountability of public figures within the community.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}