Singapore Launches New Review into Megan Khung Abuse Case After Systemic Failures Revealed

The Ministry of Social and Family Development will reassess the roles of agencies and preschools following new evidence from Beyond Social Services.

Four-year-old Megan Khung died in February 2020 after prolonged abuse by her mother Foo Li Ping and her mother's boyfriend Wong Shi Xiang, who have received lengthy jail sentences.
The Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) has initiated a further review to examine the responses of preschools, social service agencies, and other involved parties.
New evidence from Beyond Social Services has prompted the reassessment, highlighting gaps in how abuse concerns were escalated and addressed.
Social workers and experts have emphasized the need for enhanced training and clearer protocols for educators and community responders to manage abuse cases effectively.
The case underscores systemic failures in Singapore's child protection framework, with calls for stronger inter-agency collaboration and accountability to prevent future tragedies.