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Jail for ex-training officer who shoved woman with intellectual disability, causing fractures
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Jail for ex-training officer who shoved woman with intellectual disability, causing fractures

A former training officer at a Singaporean social service agency was sentenced to 14 weeks in prison after shoving a female victim with an intellectual disability, resulting in fractures. Nur Amira Shahirah Azmi, 21, pleaded guilty to the assault charge in July. The incident occurred during a mealtime at the facility, where the victim was instructed not to assist others. After being reprimanded by another staff member, Amira became angry and physically assaulted the victim, causing her to fall and sustain injuries. Although Amira checked the victim for visible injuries, she failed to recognize the severity of the harm until later that day. The victim required medical treatment, including a hinged knee brace, and may face long-term physical effects.

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The Straits Times logoThe Straits TimesParty-aligned🔒Center8 hr. ago
Jail for ex-training officer who shoved woman with intellectual disability, causing fractures

A former training officer at a Singaporean social service agency was sentenced to 14 weeks in prison after shoving a female victim with an intellectual disability, resulting in fractures. Nur Amira Shahirah Azmi, 21, pleaded guilty to the assault charge in July. The incident occurred during a mealtime at the facility, where the victim was instructed not to assist others. After being reprimanded by another staff member, Amira became angry and physically assaulted the victim, causing her to fall and sustain injuries. Although Amira checked the victim for visible injuries, she failed to recognize the severity of the harm until later that day. The victim required medical treatment, including a hinged knee brace, and may face long-term physical effects.

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