Driver arrested for molesting Australian Navy officer on diplomatic mission in Mumbai
In a shocking incident, a 32-year-old driver was arrested for allegedly molesting a Royal Australian Navy officer on a diplomatic mission in Mumbai on Saturday. The victim was reportedly traveling with her colleagues to her ship, docked at Indira Dock, when the accused molested her after shaking her hand.
According to the police, the Australian Navy officer, who has not been named, was on a diplomatic mission in Mumbai with her colleagues. On Saturday, she was traveling with her colleagues to her ship, which is docked at Indira Dock, when the accused, Anil Sharanappa Kamble, approached her. Kamble, who was driving a car, allegedly molested the officer after shaking her hand.
The incident occurred around 9:30 am on Saturday, when the officer was walking towards her ship with her colleagues. Kamble, who was driving a car, allegedly parked his vehicle and approached the officer, molested her, and then fled the scene.
The victim, however, did not let the incident go unnoticed. She quickly pushed Kamble away and clicked his picture, which helped the police identify and arrest him.
The police were informed about the incident, and they launched an investigation. After reviewing the CCTV footage and identifying the accused, the police arrested Kamble from his residence in the suburb of Chembur.
Kamble has been charged with molestation and is currently in police custody. The police are investigating the incident and are likely to file a chargesheet against the accused soon.
The Australian Navy officer has been provided with necessary assistance and support by the Indian authorities, and she is expected to return to her ship soon.
The incident has sparked outrage in Australia, with many calling for Kamble to be punished severely. The Australian government has also issued a statement condemning the incident and has assured that they will provide all necessary support to the victim.
The Indian authorities have also assured that they will take strict action against the accused and have promised to provide all necessary assistance to the victim. The police are investigating the incident and are likely to file a chargesheet against the accused soon.
The incident highlights the need for greater awareness and sensitivity towards women’s safety, especially in public places. It also underscores the importance of swift action by the authorities in such cases, to ensure that the accused is brought to justice.
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