A 26-year-old hairstylist working aboard the Brilliant Lady has been charged with two counts of abusive sexual contact following allegations of misconduct. Federal authorities arrested the crew member, Pranit Narayan Pawar, after the ship docked in Seattle late last week. According to the criminal complaint, Pawar allegedly molested passengers under the guise of providing massages during a recent voyage to Alaska. The suspect, who was officially hired for hair services, reportedly coerced victims into private rooms before the assaults occurred. This case is currently being prosecuted in federal court due to the maritime jurisdiction of the alleged crimes. How do you feel about the current vetting and oversight processes for cruise ship crew members working in passenger-facing roles?
Source: https://mynorthwest.com/crime-blotter/cruise-ship-massage-molesting/4254542
