Hyderabad:
A man has been arrested for allegedly molesting a 38-year-old IT professional on a Chennai-Hyderabad flight. The incident reportedly took place on Friday, with the accused, believed to be in his mid-40s and intoxicated, travelling to Uttar Pradesh via Hyderabad.
The woman was seated beside her husband, while the accused occupied the adjacent seat. As the couple had fallen asleep, she woke up to find someone touching her inappropriately. Alerted by the incident, she raised an alarm mid-flight.
Upon landing, the victim filed a complaint with the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) police, who promptly detained the man. The accused claimed the contact was accidental. Authorities have initiated a full investigation to ascertain the details and take further action.
Conclusion
The incident underscores the importance of maintaining safety on flights. Authorities are investigating the matter and will determine the necessary legal actions based on the findings.