Use handcuffs on children only as a last resort, say experts


PETALING JAYA: Physical restraints or handcuffs should only be used by the authorities on a child as a last resort, say child psychology experts.

The remarks came following the circulation of a picture depicting a Pelahu child holding a toy gun while being handcuffed during an arrest of a group of 15 Pelahu children and women.

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