Cops: Pupil made up story about 'assault' at Tawau school


  • Nation
  • Wednesday, 26 Jul 2017

KOTA KINABALU: A Year Four pupil at a primary school in Tawau, who initially claimed that she was injured after being kicked and hit by her teacher, had in fact sustained injuries from a fall outside the school.

Tawau police chief Asst Comm Fadil Marsus (pic) said that the 10-year-old girl made up the story of being hit by the teacher as she feared she would be scolded by her mother.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Nation

PM calls for immediate, thorough probe in Help University blast
No hint of tension between Zahid, Akmal, says Nurul Hidayah
Umno president to discuss Muafakat Nasional, Youth convention at AGM
Fuel prices Jan 15-21: Unsubsidised RON95, RON97 petrol down two and three sen respectively
Govt agrees in principal to amend PAA, says Fahmi
MACC remands another six cops for protecting illegal businesses
It's 'dingin' in Dungun! Residents brave unusually cold weather
PM Anwar wishes Happy Ponggal, calls for harmony and unity
Calls to reconsider GLC post for ex-rep facing graft case
Cops hunting man posing as police officer in alleged molest, assault case

Others Also Read