Indian National Convicted of In-flight Assault
Varun Arora, 38, an Indian national in the United States unlawfully, has been convicted of abusive sexual contact and assault during a flight. Arora faces up to two years in prison. The incident occurred during a flight's final approach from Rhode Island to Washington, where the victim awoke to find Arora groping her.
An Indian national has been found guilty of abusive sexual contact and assault onboard an aircraft. Varun Arora, aged 38, has been residing in the United States without lawful status.
During a flight from Rhode Island International Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in August 2024, Arora was accused of groping a female passenger while pretending to be asleep wearing a sleep mask. Despite the victim’s efforts to push his hand away, Arora continued with the act.
Arora faces a potential prison sentence of up to two years. A federal district court judge will deliver the sentencing decision, taking into account the US Sentencing Guidelines and various statutory factors.
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