The Straits Times·3 min read·medium
Man charged with harassment over abusive language in e-mails sent to MP, town council staff
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A 72-year-old man has been charged under the Protection from Harassment Act for sending abusive emails to a Member of Parliament and town council staff. The accused allegedly used derogatory language while expressing grievances regarding municipal duties.
Why it matters
The case underscores the legal boundaries between legitimate public feedback and criminal harassment of public servants.
Manickam Manohar had also sent e-mails to several other town council employees, calling them “idiot” and “stupid”.
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