The Straits Times·3 min read·medium
Man jailed for rape of 13-year-old he met online
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A 28-year-old man in Singapore has been sentenced to over eight years in prison and caning for raping a 13-year-old girl he met online. The case highlights the dangers of anonymous video-conferencing platforms for minors.
Why it matters
It underscores the ongoing legal and safety challenges regarding online grooming and child protection.
Kevin Tan Jia Hut, 28, met the victim on a video-conferencing platform.
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The article reports on a criminal sentencing based on court documents and official statements.
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