MINISTRY VOWS ACTION OVER STUDENT'S RAPE - Cops remand four Form 5 suspects

Aug 13, 2026

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The Education Ministry has pledged firm action and full cooperation with police over the alleged gang rape of a Form Three student at a school in Alor Gajah, Melaka, on Oct 2. In a statement, the ministry said it would not compromise on any form of sexual misconduct in educational institutions. "The ministry will not compromise on cases of sexual misconduct, and firm action must be taken against anyone found guilty," it said. The ministry said all education administrators had been instructed to comply with the Guidelines on the Management of Sexual Misconduct and to ensure the safety of students, teachers and all members of the school community. Police yesterday arrested four Form Five students to assist in investigations after the victim's mother lodged a report. The suspects, all of whom are Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia examination candidates, have been remanded until Oct 16. Melaka police chief Datuk Dzulkhairi Mukhtar confirmed that the case is being investigated under Section 375B of the Penal Code for gang rape.

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Ministry Vows Action Over Student's Rape

Cops Remand Four Form 5 Suspects

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What action is the Ministry of Education taking regarding the alleged student rape?

The Ministry of Education has pledged firm action and full cooperation with the police, stating they will not compromise on cases of sexual misconduct and will take action against anyone found guilty.

When and where did the alleged incident occur?

The alleged gang rape of a Form Three student occurred at a school in Alor Gajah, Melaka, on October 2.

What has been the police response to the incident?

Police have arrested four Form Five students who are considered suspects. These students are Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia examination candidates and have been remanded until October 16 as investigations proceed.

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