Singapore Family Demands Justice After Lenient Sentence for Ian Fang's Sexual Offenses

Singapore: Family Outraged Over Ian Fang's Sentence for Sexual Offenses Singapore - The family of a teenage girl who was a victim of sexual offenses committed by former actor Ian Fang has expressed their profound disappointment with the court's decision. Fang received a 40-month prison sentence, but the sentence did not include caning, a punishment commonly applied in Singapore for such crimes. In an exclusive interview with CNA, the victim's father shared details of the ordeal, highlighting the continued harassment he and his family endured even after Fang was initially placed on bail. "He (Ian Fang) was on bail, and he was told by the authorities not to contact us, but he still kept calling us," the father stated. "Every single day, he harassed our family. By midnight to 2 a.m., the phone never stopped ringing." The father further described the unsettling nature of the calls, explaining that Fang would often play love songs and sometimes cry during the calls, without ever speaking directly to his daughter. The family's disappointment is palpable, not only due to the length of the sentence but also the absence of caning. "It's ridiculous," the father exclaimed, emphasizing their desire to sue Fang for the lack of appropriate punishment. "At least six or seven strokes," he added, explaining that caning would act as a deterrent and a visible reminder of Fang's actions. The case underscores the ongoing debate surrounding sentencing in sexual offense cases in Singapore and the emotional toll on victims and their families. The family's decision to speak out reflects their determination to seek justice and raise awareness about the need for stricter penalties.