In a shocking incident, an Air India cabin crew member was reportedly assaulted by an intruder at a London hotel earlier this week. The attack occurred late Thursday night at the Radisson Red Hotel near Londons Heathrow Airport, leaving the crew member bruised and shaken.According to the sources, the assault took place shortly after midnight when multiple Air India flight crew members were staying at the Radisson Red Hotel. According to an unnamed source quoted by The Times of India, the intruder entered the crew members room around 1:30 am. while she was asleep. Startled by the intrusion, she awoke and immediately screamed for help. The attacker, armed with a clothes hanger, launched a vicious assault, dragging her across the floor as she desperately tried to reach the door.“She suffered significant bruises as she struggled to escape,” the source revealed. Despite her injuries, she managed to alert other crew members, who quickly summoned the police. The intruder was apprehended on the scene and handed over to law enforcement authorities. The victim was promptly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and is now on her way back to Mumbai.Meanwhile the incident has sparked an online debate talking about serious concerns about the safety measures in place for airline crew members, particularly when staying in hotels located in less secure areas. Users on social media platforms showed outrage asking for the strict punishment for the accused.Dear @airindia ,Below mentioned incident a shocker for all of us and a strict action is required in making the work environment safe for all of your employees no matter where they are in the world. Im very sure the management will help in bringing justice to the victim. pic.twitter.com/IdSmQPrFqx— Mohit Kanodia (@humansaredying) August 17, 2024Reports indicate that the Air India crew had previously expressed worries about the hotels inadequate security, including poorly lit corridors, an unmanned reception, and strangers knocking on their doors late at night.Air Indias ResponseAir India has confirmed the incident, expressing deep concern for the affected crew member. The airline emphasized its commitment to the safety and well-being of its staff, stating that it is providing the crew member with all necessary support, including professional counseling.“We are profoundly distressed by the unlawful intrusion at a hotel operated by a major international chain, which resulted in harm to one of our crew members. Air India is extending all possible assistance to our colleague and her team, including professional counseling,” an Air India spokesperson said. “We are cooperating fully with local police to ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice and are working closely with the hotel management to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.”The incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced security protocols to protect airline crew members during their international assignments.
