1 min readNew DelhiUpdated: Oct 21, 2026 10:54 PM ISTThe general view shows the State Courts in Singapore. (Photo: Reuters)AI Narration Listen 00:000.5x0.75x1x1.25x1.5x2xThank you for your feedback.Your feedback has been reported succesfully.A Singaporean couple who regularly abused their son after he was born, resulting in his death at the age of eight months, were imprisoned by the country’s high court on Wednesday, reports stated.Singapore court sentences parents to jailChloe Gan Ci Xuan, 23, the baby’s mother, was sentenced to 15 years and three months’ jail while Neo Jia Ming, 27, the baby’s father, was sentenced to 16 years’ jail for multiple charges following the death of their son, Trevor Neo Yu Hin, CNA reported.Couple pleaded guilty to abuse chargesLast week, the married couple pleaded guilty to charges related to Trevor’s abuse. Mother Gan pleaded guilty to three charges that include ill-treating a child, causing the death of a child, and permitting ill-treatment. Father Neo pleaded guilty to four charges comprising: ill-treating a child, allowing the death of a child, domestic abuse of wife, and permitting Gan’s ill-treatment of Trevor, the report added.Couple married months before son’s birthIn April 2023, Gan became pregnant with Trevor, and she married Neo in August that year.© IE Online Media Services Pvt LtdThe Express Global Desk at indianexpress.com which delivers authoritative, verified, and context-driven coverage of key international developments shaping global politics, policy, and migration trends. The desk focuses on stories with direct relevance for Indian and global audiences, combining breaking news with in-depth explainers and analysis. A major focus area of the desk is US immigration and visa policy, including developments related to student visas, work permits, permanent residency pathways, executive actions, and court rulings. The Global Desk also closely tracks Canada’s immigration, visa, and study policies, covering changes to study permits, post-study work options, permanent residence programmes, and regulatory updates affecting migrants and international students. All reporting from the Global Desk adheres to The Indian Express’ editorial standards, relying on official data, government notifications, court documents, and on-record sources. The desk prioritises clarity, accuracy, and accountability, ensuring readers can navigate complex global systems with confidence. Core Team The Express Global Desk is led by a team of experienced journalists and editors with deep expertise in international affairs and migration policy: Aniruddha Dhar – Senior Assistant Editor with extensive experience in global affairs, international politics, and editorial leadership. Nischai Vats – Deputy Copy Editor specialising in US politics, US visa and immigration policy, and policy-driven international coverage. Mashkoora Khan – Sub-editor focusing on global developments, with a strong emphasis on Canada visa, immigration, and study-related policy coverage. ... Read MoreStay updated with the latest - Click here to follow us on InstagramTags:child abuseSingaporeAdvertisementLoading Recommendations...AdvertisementAdvertisement