10-Year-Old Boy in Pangasinan Suffers Injury After Slapped by Friend’s Dad
A 10-year-old boy was allegedly slapped multiple times by his friend’s father in Umingan, Pangasinan.
Child abuse is any action or lack of action by a parent, caregiver, or other individuals that results in harm, potential harm, or threat of harm to a child. It can happen in various forms, including physical, emotional, and neglect.
Understanding the different types of child abuse and recognizing the signs are important steps in preventing and addressing this serious issue.
Legal consequences for suspects of child abuse can include imprisonment, fines, and loss of parental rights. The severity of penalties depends on the nature and extent of the abuse.
Last Friday (May 31, 2024), a young boy’s ear bled after he was slapped by his friend’s father numerous times. The incident was caught on camera. The abusive act has sparked outrage and calls for legal action.
The footage shows a man approaching two children and then repeatedly slapping the boy wearing a yellow shirt. The boy’s ear began to bleed from the severity of the assault.
The Umingan Police confirmed that the man who attacked the boy was the father of one of his playmates. The father was reportedly angered after the boy allegedly took his child’s toy.
The family of the 10-year-old boy is determined to file child abuse charges against the suspect. As of now, the accused has not released any statement regarding the incident.
Many netizens expressed their shock and anger over the violence against the child. Calls for justice and stricter enforcement of child protection laws are being made.
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The incident points out the importance of protecting children from violence and the need for appropriate responses to conflicts. The legal action pursued by the boy’s family aims to address the abuse and ensure such incidents are handled with the seriousness they deserve.
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