TELANGANA: Aviation Firm Pilot Booked for Attempted Rape of Co-Pilot
In a troubling incident that underscores vulnerabilities in professional travel, a 26-year-old female pilot from an aviation firm in Hyderabad’s Begumpet area faced a harrowing assault during a work trip.
The accused, a 60-year-old senior colleague, allegedly attempted to rape her in a Bengaluru hotel room.
She escaped and sought help back home, prompting swift police action.
The victim and Rohit Sharan, both employed as commercial pilots at the same company, had traveled to Bengaluru for routine business matters.
What began as a standard assignment turned nightmarish when Sharan reportedly made unwanted advances in their shared hotel space.
Victim’s Brave Escape
Resisting fiercely, the young pilot managed to break free from the room and made her way back to Hyderabad that same night.
Her quick thinking and determination to report the matter highlight the courage required to challenge authority figures in high-stakes environments like aviation.
Arriving in distress, she immediately approached the Begumpet police station to file a formal complaint.
This step not only documented her account but also initiated a chain of legal proceedings across state lines.
Police Response and Case Transfer
Begumpet authorities registered the case against Sharan on Friday, charging him under relevant sections for the attempted assault.
Inspector Saidulu, leading the initial probe, confirmed the details and emphasized the department’s commitment to victim support.
Given the crime’s location, the file was promptly transferred to Bengaluru’s Halasuru police station for jurisdictional handling.
This interstate coordination ensures a thorough investigation without delays, allowing local officers to gather evidence from the hotel and witnesses.
Such cases remind us how workplace trust can shatter in an instant, urging companies to bolster safety protocols for employees on the move.
As the probe unfolds, it serves as a stark call for vigilance in industries where isolation is routine.