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http://www.todayonline.com/Singapore/EDC110901-0000727/Teen-who-killed-brother-given-probation
Teen who killed brother given probation
by Shaffiq Alkhatib
03:34 PM Sep 01, 2011
SINGAPORE - The family of a teen, convicted of killing his mentally unstable brother, received a pleasant Hari Raya gift, today.
The district court sentenced student, Umar Othman, 19, to three years' probation when he could have been jailed 10 years and fined, or caned for killing Muhammad Othman, 22, on May 5, last year.
Umar, 19, was originally charged with murder but this was later amended to the lesser charge of voluntarily causing grievous hurt.
Umar fell to his knees and said a short prayer shortly after leaving the courtroom.
About 15 of his friends and family members crowded around the teenager to shake his hand.
His parents looked on silently, relieved the case was finally over.
Umar, the third of four children, had punched, kicked and stomped on Mr Muhammad in their flat at Block 159 Tampines Street 12.
Mr Muhammad was said to be prone to violent mood swings and during these outbursts, would destroy property and physically assault his loved ones.
A scuffle broke out between the two brothers after Umar came home from school that day.
Police officers found Mr Muhammad lying near the front door with a bloodied face.
He had suffered multiple injuries and paramedics pronounced him dead at around 4pm.
Before sentencing, Umar's lawyer, Subhas Anandan, urged District Judge Soh Tze Bian to grant his client a probation, stressing that the teenager had a supportive family.
The judge agreed and noted the youngster deserved a chance given the circumstances of the case.
But he warned Umar he would not be given a second chance if he were to re-offend.
Umar's father, lecturer, Othman Mohd Ali, 55, told reporters he was very happy with the outcome.
Umar thanked his school, teachers and schoolmates for their support.
He must also perform 240 hours of community service.
His parents were also bonded for S$5,000 to ensure his good behaviour.
http://www.todayonline.com/Singapore/EDC110901-0000727/Teen-who-killed-brother-given-probation
Teen who killed brother given probation
by Shaffiq Alkhatib
03:34 PM Sep 01, 2011
SINGAPORE - The family of a teen, convicted of killing his mentally unstable brother, received a pleasant Hari Raya gift, today.
The district court sentenced student, Umar Othman, 19, to three years' probation when he could have been jailed 10 years and fined, or caned for killing Muhammad Othman, 22, on May 5, last year.
Umar, 19, was originally charged with murder but this was later amended to the lesser charge of voluntarily causing grievous hurt.
Umar fell to his knees and said a short prayer shortly after leaving the courtroom.
About 15 of his friends and family members crowded around the teenager to shake his hand.
His parents looked on silently, relieved the case was finally over.
Umar, the third of four children, had punched, kicked and stomped on Mr Muhammad in their flat at Block 159 Tampines Street 12.
Mr Muhammad was said to be prone to violent mood swings and during these outbursts, would destroy property and physically assault his loved ones.
A scuffle broke out between the two brothers after Umar came home from school that day.
Police officers found Mr Muhammad lying near the front door with a bloodied face.
He had suffered multiple injuries and paramedics pronounced him dead at around 4pm.
Before sentencing, Umar's lawyer, Subhas Anandan, urged District Judge Soh Tze Bian to grant his client a probation, stressing that the teenager had a supportive family.
The judge agreed and noted the youngster deserved a chance given the circumstances of the case.
But he warned Umar he would not be given a second chance if he were to re-offend.
Umar's father, lecturer, Othman Mohd Ali, 55, told reporters he was very happy with the outcome.
Umar thanked his school, teachers and schoolmates for their support.
He must also perform 240 hours of community service.
His parents were also bonded for S$5,000 to ensure his good behaviour.
