Social Worker Sentenced to 2 Years in Kaikai Abuse Case; Court Cites Shirking Responsibility, Lack of Compensation Intent

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A social worker, Chen Shangjie, involved in the child abuse and death of Kaikai, has been sentenced to two years in prison by the Taipei District Court. The court found her guilty of negligent homicide, citing her shirking of responsibility and lack of willingness to compensate Kaikai's grandmother. Kaikai suffered prolonged abuse from his caregiver from September to December 2023, resulting in 42 injuries and his eventual death. The court emphasized that Chen Shangjie, as a social worker, had a duty to protect the child but failed to act, despite observing clear signs of abuse during her visits.