The Johor Education Department has called for a thorough police investigation after a teacher’s assistant was remanded over alleged sexual misconduct involving a primary school pupil. — Pixabay pic (New users only) It's tax relief season! Get up to RM300 when you save with Versa! Plus, enjoy an additional FREE RM10 when you sign up using code VERSAMM10 with a min. cash-in of RM100 today. T&Cs apply. By Ben Tan Friday, 22 May 2026 11:53 AM MYT JOHOR BAHRU, May 22 — The Johor Education Department has assured the public that it will not compromise on cases of sexual misconduct in educational institutions under its administration, following the latest case involving a teacher in the state.In a statement, the department confirmed that several police reports have been lodged, including by the school, resulting in the teacher involved being remanded by police to assist in investigations.The Johor Education Department also called on police to conduct a professional and thorough probe to enable legal action if the suspect is found guilty.“During the course of the investigation, the teacher involved will be placed at the district education office.“At the same time, the department will also work with the Social Welfare Department (JKM) to ensure that the pupil, who is the victim, is protected and her well-being is maintained," read the statement issued today.The Johor Education Department also advised members of the public who have experienced such cases to lodge police reports.It urged complainants not to withdraw their reports to allow further investigation and action to be taken by the authorities.Earlier, police confirmed the arrest of a 28-year-old man at 10.30pm last night following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a 12-year-old primary schoolgirl.The arrest came after a police report was lodged by the victim’s 37-year-old mother at 9pm last night. She claimed the incident was believed to have occurred in the Seri Alam area in Pasir Gudang last year.Based on a widely circulated social media post by a whistleblower, the pupil had allegedly admitted to school authorities that she was involved in a sexual relationship with a male teacher at the school.The allegations sparked public concern after complaints involving the teacher were reportedly lodged with police, education authorities and the Public Complaints Bureau since last year.The suspect was later identified as a teacher’s assistant in his 20s who had previously been temporarily reassigned before returning to active teaching duties.