On October 28, 2021, police will charge a 51-year-old man in court with voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous means, voluntarily causing harm, and intentional harassment.
Background story
On April 11, 2021, at around 1.15 pm, the Police were notified of a case in which a man reportedly attacked a lady with whom he was in a relationship.
He allegedly kick and slap her during a quarrel near Bayfront Avenue. Investigations revealed that the man reportedly poured boiling water on the lady during the attack.
He also wrote an email to her daughter with derogatory statements about the mother.
Penalties
If convicted of voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous means, the man could be jailed a maximum of seven years and/or fine, cane
If convicted of voluntarily causing hurt he can be jailed up to 3 years and/or a fine up to $5,000.
If convicted of intentionally causing harassment, the man can be jailed for a maximum of 6 months and/or fine up to $5,000.