SINGAPORE: A 42-year-old Singaporean woman accused of abusing her foreign domestic worker and failing to pay her on time was charged in court on Wednesday .Advertisement
TODAY reported that she is accused of slapping Sugiyem on her face and ears, as well as punching her eyes and hitting them with objects including clothes hangers. This caused the maid to suffer permanent sight damage on both of her eyes.Advertisement "Ummi also failed to provide Sugiyem with timely and adequate medical attention after Sugiyem made multiple requests to Ummi to see a doctor," said MOM.
"As the domestic worker had returned to Indonesia when the report was received, efforts were taken to facilitate her return to Singapore to assist with investigations," said the police on Tuesday.If convicted of ill-treatment by neglect, Ummi can be jailed up to 24 months, fined up to S$20,000 or both.
What a shame, wearing hijab doesn't make you a saint and this proves it.
Covered from head to toe but sadly lacks the teachings of Islam.
Maids are protected by law.if abuse them will face serious action by authorities. If cannot afford maid please dont hire.
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