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Mother Sues School for Alleged Abuse of Autistic Son

9/29/2025

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A Hong Kong mother filed a HK$2.95 million lawsuit against Yaumati Kaifong Association School and education authorities.
She alleges her autistic 10-year-old son faced inhumane treatment, was barred from class, and locked in a room for hours.
The principal says the boy is not suitable due to lack of support; the school has begun internal measures to assess the situation.

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Story summary

A Hong Kong mother filed a HK$2.95 million lawsuit against Yaumati Kaifong Association School and education authorities.
She alleges her autistic 10-year-old son faced inhumane treatment, was barred from class, and locked in a room for hours.
The principal says the boy is not suitable due to lack of support; the school has begun internal measures to assess the situation.