SINGAPORE: A man accused of molesting a 28-year-old cabin crew member on a flight to Singapore was charged on Tuesday ( Apr 22 ).
Rajat, who goes by one name , reportedly placed his hands on her shoulder near the hip region during a Singapore Airlines journey on Feb 28.
Court records indicate that the event occurred on a journey from Australia. There is a gag order on the defendant’s personality and any information that might lead to her recognition.
Appearing in court on Tuesday, Rajat, a 20-year-old American nationwide, said he intended to plead guilty.
In a press release on Monday, the Singapore Police Force said initial studies found that during the journey, the victim was escorting a female customer to the bathroom when she noticed a piece of muscle paper on the floor.
As the attendant bent forwards to pick it up, the person reportedly appeared behind her, grasped her and pushed her into the latrine with him, the police said.
The female rider, who witnessed the incident, helped the prey out of the bathroom instantly.
The event was subsequently reported to the house supervisor and the person was arrested by officials from the Airport Police Division once the helicopter arrived at Changi Airport.
For each matter of harassment, an offender can be jailed up to three years, fined and caned.
Rajat’s case will be heard once on May 14.