A 30-year-old Indonesian domestic worker, Khumaeroh, has been charged with child abuse in Hong Kong after a family reported their 23-month-old daughter was scalded with hot water. The incident prompted police investigation and led to Khumaeroh’s appearance at Tuen Mun Magistrates’ Court on Friday. Details surrounding the alleged scalding remain limited, but the case highlights concerns regarding the welfare of children in domestic employment situations. The family made the report to police alleging the abuse occurred while Khumaeroh was in charge of childcare. This case raises questions about the support and protection available to both domestic workers and the children in their care. Further legal proceedings will determine Khumaeroh’s guilt or innocence.