(Read) During the Women's World Cup, two Australian female athletes were m()lested in India.

 

A motorcycle is accused of harassing two members of Australia's women's cricket team on Thursday morning in the Indian city of Indore.





On Thursday, the morning following Australia's victory over England in Indore, the incident happened while the players were making their way to a cafe.



"CA can confirm two members of the Australian Women's team were approached and touched inappropriately by a motorcyclist while walking to a cafe in Indore," a statement from Cricket Australia read. "The matter was reported by team security to police, who are handling the matter."





The Indore crime branch's assistant district commissioner of police, Rajesh Dandotiya, announced that an arrest had been made.

"The Australian team's manager in charge of security filed a report alleging that two players had engaged in inappropriate behavior. After conducting a thorough strategic operation, we apprehended Aqeel, the offender. Originally from Khajrana, he currently resides in Azad Nagar. He has a history of criminal activity.





"Security procedures were implemented following a meeting between the Indore Police Commissionerate and the MPCA and BCCI. We are investigating the location of the security protocol breach. We conducted a thorough strategic operation and apprehended the perpetrator within six hours of the October 23 event, which occurred at approximately 11 a.m. The event occurred as they were leaving the Radisson Hotel for a cafe.

The incident was deemed "very condemnable" by BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia, who also promised to "revisit our safety protocols if required."









"The disturbing incident of misconduct and inappropriate behavior with two players from the Australian Women's Cricket Team in Indore deeply pained and shocked us," the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA) stated in a statement. Our thoughts and sympathies are with those affected by this upsetting tragedy, as no lady should ever have to go through such anguish. This regrettable incident has had a significant impact on

everyone in MPCA who upholds the principles of women's safety, dignity, and respect. It is incredibly motivating to watch the players overcome this traumatic event and go on to compete bravely and resolutely, representing their country with pride in the match against South Africa.



"Indore has proudly established a reputation as a secure location for visiting teams and dignitaries from all sectors over the years. That one person's chaotic behavior has harmed so many people and damaged the city's reputation is really upsetting. As the host, MPCA would like to express its heartfelt regret to the Australian Women's team for this extremely upsetting and regrettable event that occurred in our city, which is renowned for its safety, elegance, and friendliness."