‘Spider-Man’ beggar with girl sparks Malaysia child exploitation probe

‘Spider-Man’ beggar with girl sparks Malaysia child exploitation probe

Malaysian authorities are investigating a case involving a man dressed as Spider-Man who allegedly brought a seven-year-old girl from Terengganu state to solicit money from tourists in Melaka. Melaka women, family and com­munity development committee chief Kalsom Noordin said the 50-year-old security guard claimed the child was his niece when he was intercepted by Melaka Welfare Department officers at a petrol kiosk in Cheng at about 6pm on Sund…

Authorities Intercept Spider-Man And Spider-Girl In Melaka Over Alleged Child Exploitation

Subscribe to our FREE Newsletter, or Telegram and WhatsApp channels for the latest stories and updates. Authorities are investigating a case involving a man dressed as Spider-Man who allegedly used a seven-year-old girl to solicit money from tourists in Melaka’s historic city centre. According to a report by The Star, the incident came to light after officers from the Melaka Welfare Department intercepted the man at a petrol kiosk in Cheng at ar…