Indian-Origin Man Sentenced for Sexual Abuse of Teen at Singapore Residential Complex

Indian-Origin Man Sentenced to 10 Years and 6 Months for Sexual Assault in Singapore

An Indian-origin man named Ranjeet Prasad has been sentenced to 10 years and six months in jail for sexually assaulting a 16-year-old boy in 2007. The prosecution highlighted Prasad’s lack of remorse in the case, where he was found guilty of three counts of having carnal intercourse against the order of nature.

Incident Details

The judgment, dated March 3, revealed that Prasad abused the boy in 2007, leaving a lasting impact on the victim’s life. The victim, whose identity is protected by a gag order, was left questioning his sexual orientation and prospects for marriage after the incident.

Position of Authority Exploited

District Judge John Ng, who sentenced Prasad, took into account the abuse of a position of authority by the accused. Prasad, who previously worked with young people at the People’s Association (PA), a state-run institution in Singapore, oversaw youth programs and community projects.

Manipulation and Abuse

Prasad first met the teen in 2007 and manipulated him by promising opportunities in modeling, which the victim was interested in pursuing. Prasad then coerced the victim into performing sexual acts, causing emotional distress and confusion for the victim.

Legal Proceedings

The victim eventually contacted Prasad in 2018, confronting him about the abuse he had endured. After receiving no response, the victim lodged a police report in August 2020. During the trial, Prasad denied the accusations, but Judge Ng found the victim’s account credible and detailed.

Consequences and Response

Judge Ng emphasized the severity of Prasad’s actions, stating that he took advantage of a young, vulnerable individual to satisfy his own desires. The People’s Association (PA) condemned Prasad’s actions and took immediate steps to safeguard the interests and safety of youths.

Final Verdict

Prasad’s appeal against the conviction and sentence is currently pending. The PA suspended him in 2020 and later dismissed him in 2024 upon his conviction. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding strict standards of conduct and integrity, especially when working with vulnerable populations.