The ongoing trial of music producer Ken Lim is capturing attention as testimonies from the complainant and her friends reveal disturbing allegations. Lim, who is best known for his role as a judge on Singapore Idol, faces charges stemming from an alleged incident on 23 November 2021 during a work interview.
Details Emerge in Court
On 27 November 2021, a court session unveiled crucial insights from the complainant’s boyfriend and friend, who testified about her emotional state and the graphic accounts of the alleged molestation.
- The complainant, aged 25, stated she was groped during her interview.
- She revealed to her friend that Lim had indicated he had faced sexual misconduct accusations but “gotten away with it”.
- Her friend recounted a chaotic video call, where the complainant demonstrated the alleged groping, indicating she was traumatized by the incident.
Defence Challenges Testimonies
During cross-examination, Senior Counsel Tan Chee Meng questioned the reliability of the testimonies. He highlighted disparities in the complaints’ recollections, prompting the friend to stand firmly by her account.
“I can’t answer for (the complainant),” she replied when pressed on the details.
The Allegations Against Lim
Ken Lim is facing multiple allegations across several trials, including accusations of sexual remarks made to various women between 1998 and 2013. He denies all seven allegations from five complainants, maintaining his innocence as he battles these serious charges.
What’s Next?
The trial is set to continue, with the verdict in Lim’s first trial on unrelated sexual comments expected on 11 December 2024. As proceedings advance, the focus remains on the testimonies of those involved and the outcomes of Lim’s defence strategies.