When a Tidy Apartment Turns Into a Slip‑N‑Slide of Suffering
Jenny Chan Yun Hui, 41, was sentenced to prison after a series of brutal beatings that left her Indonesian domestic helper with a broken nose, a swollen eye and a lingering fear for her safety.
Fast‑Forward to the Incidents
- June 19, 2016: The maid—known simply as Ms Rasi—confided in another worker, who urged her to contact the Indonesian embassy.
- June 20, 2016: She was taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital and treated for injuries that would keep her hospitalized until June 22.
- During the next few months, Chan snapped in anger over unfinished chores, often punching her and hurling a plastic bowl against her skull. The bowl caused bleeding, and the maid’s nose snapped into a fracture.
- When Ms Rasi tried to leave, Chan threatened police involvement, warning that the maid could be “sentenced to 20 years.”
- To add insult to injury, Chan pinched Ms Rasi’s ears with her fingernails, causing more bloodshed.
The Legal Reel
Chan pleaded guilty to three assault charges, one of which was a grievous hurt accusation. The court’s verdict: up to 15 years in jail and a substantial fine.
Moreover, the judge noted that Chan has a reported “mental issue,” though the specifics were left to the court’s discretion. Her pre‑trial conference will take place on March 11, where further deliberations—even about her mental state affecting self‑control—are expected.
Who Was Involved?
- Jenny Chan Yun Hui—the 41‑year‑old employer who lost her temper.
- Ms Rasi—the 27‑year‑old Indonesian maid, who spent her days waking up at 6 am, physically exhausted, and forever hoping for a peaceful end to her service.
- Deputy Public Prosecutor Kelly Ho—the one who delivered a fairly stern summary of the abusive episodes.
Final Thoughts
People thought a clean apartment meant a clean life, but justice reminds us that a tidy space can hide a very messy reality. Let’s hope Ms Rasi gets the support she deserves while Jenny Chan faces the consequences of her actions.
