Child abuse cases – Charm

Hong Kong mum charged with abuse after son, 12, calls police over cane beating

1 month ago02 mins

A 41-year-old mother in Hong Kong has been charged with abuse and negligence after her 12-year-old son reported her to police for beating him with a rattan cane, the South China Morning Post learned. The woman was arrested on Saturday from a flat at Kam Fung House in Wong Tai Sin after her son called…

Opinion | Hong Kong’s new legislators must strengthen child protection laws

4 months ago03 mins

The Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance becomes operational in Hong Kong on January 20, and will enhance child protections. It contains a mechanism for the early and effective detection of child abuse cases. It requires particular professionals to report if, during their work, they come to suspect a child has been suffering serious harm,…