Singapore: A 41-year-old Indian has been arrested and charged in Singapore for severely injuring his Filipino ex-girlfriend after their break-up.
Palaiyan Murugadass, who allegedly used a seven centimeter long knife to slash Allen Remedios Adolfo's face, left wrist area and throat, causing a deep gaping which would likely cause permanent scars.
If convicted, Palaiyan faces a jail term of up to 15 years and a fine or caning for hurting the 38-year-old Adolfo on Sunday.
Palaiyan is believed to be the ex-boyfriend of the Filipino victim who was working in Singapore as a domestic help, The Straits Times reported.
Adolfo had lost a lot of blood after the attack and was hospitalised.
Palaiyan, who works in the construction sector, is remanded at a local police division for a week for further investigations.
Palaiyan Murugadass, who allegedly used a seven centimeter long knife to slash Allen Remedios Adolfo's face, left wrist area and throat, causing a deep gaping which would likely cause permanent scars.
If convicted, Palaiyan faces a jail term of up to 15 years and a fine or caning for hurting the 38-year-old Adolfo on Sunday.
Adolfo had lost a lot of blood after the attack and was hospitalised.
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