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MoE vows full cooperation with authorities after teacher accused of sexual misconduct

No compromise against sexual misconduct, stresses Education Ministry.

Updated 1 month ago · Published on 25 Mar 2024 1:00PM

MoE vows full cooperation with authorities after teacher accused of sexual misconduct
The Education Ministry assures full cooperation to the authorities with regard to a female teacher who was alleged to have committed sexual misconduct against a 16-year-old male student. – Pixabay pic, March 25, 2024.

THE Education Ministry (MoE) will not compromise on sexual misconduct in all educational institutions under its jurisdiction.

The ministry also assured full cooperation to the authorities with regard to a female teacher who was alleged to have committed sexual misconduct against a 16-year-old male student.

“MoE views seriously the issue of sexual misconduct involving a teacher and a student as reported by the media.

“The case is under the attention of MoE and actions have been taken according to existing guidelines,” it said in a statement today.

The ministry also urged all parties to report cases of sexual crimes so that firm action can be taken.

“Educational institutions under MoE are urged to adhere to the Sexual Misconduct Management Guidelines currently in force aimed at preserving the safety and well-being of students,” according to the statement.

Yesterday, Sepang police chief Wan Kamarul Azran Wan Yusoff said that police received a report on December 12 alleging that the 37-year-old suspect molested the victim while revising lessons in the library.

He said the investigation was being conducted under Section 14 of the Sexual Offences Against Children Act. – Bernama, March 25, 2024.

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