In a harrowing case that has shocked the community, a 24-year-old Malaysian security officer was sentenced to 15 years in prison and 20 strokes of the cane for the rape of a female colleague who had passed out drunk. The incident occurred on June 21, 2020, after the two had been drinking together at the void deck of his block.

The 27-year-old victim, also Malaysian, was left in a state of trauma, requiring a three-month hospitalization at the Institute of Mental Health (IMH). The accused, whose identity remains protected under a gag order, had sent a photo of the unconscious woman to a friend, boasting that he had “done it” three times.

The High Court heard that the man had recorded six video clips of the woman in a severely intoxicated state before carrying her back to his flat, where he committed the assault. Following the third rape, he further compounded the violation by messaging his friend about the incidents. The victim awoke to find herself naked and confronted the accused, who showed her the disturbing videos he had taken.

Initially too afraid to report the crime, the victim ultimately confided in a friend who contacted the police on July 21, 2020, leading to the man’s arrest. The psychological toll of the incident was profound; the victim was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and experienced suicidal ideation as a result of the trauma.

The court noted the long-lasting impact of the man’s actions on the victim, emphasizing her feelings of mistrust toward men and her concerns about future relationships. During the investigation, evidence of voyeurism was also uncovered, revealing that the accused had filmed another woman without her consent, documenting her while she showered.

Defending the accused, lawyer Gregory Fong argued that his client, as a young offender, expressed remorse for his actions, attributing the offences to poor judgment after consuming alcohol. He claimed that the man had developed feelings for the victim, which contributed to his impulsive behavior.