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Abuse of Indonesian helper in Malaysia sparks outrage, leads to arrests

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A viral video depicting the abuse of an Indonesian domestic helper in Malaysia has sparked outrage and calls for action. Four individuals were arrested in Johor in connection with the incident, which occurred in a private home. The footage has reignited concerns regarding the treatment of Indonesian domestic workers in Malaysia, where a significant number are employed. AI

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Abuse of Indonesian helper in Malaysia sparks outrage, leads to arrests

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Iman Muttaqin Yusof ·

    Viral video of Indonesian helper being beaten in Malaysia prompts calls to act

    Four people have been arrested in Malaysia’s southern state of Johor after videos circulating online appeared to show an Indonesian domestic worker being slapped, punched and verbally abused inside a private home. The footage has renewed concerns about the treatment of Indonesian…

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