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Predator Arrested After Attacking Australian Athlete in Madhya Pradesh
25 Oct, 2025
Summary
- Two Australian women cricketers stalked and one molested in Indore
- Incident occurred on Thursday morning as players walked to a café
- Suspect arrested the following day, had prior criminal cases
On Thursday morning, two Australian women cricketers were the victims of a disturbing incident while participating in the ongoing ICC Women's Cricket World Cup in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. As the players were walking from their hotel to a nearby café, a man on a motorcycle followed them and inappropriately touched one of the athletes before fleeing the scene.
The players immediately reported the incident to their team security officer, Danny Simmons, who coordinated with local authorities to send assistance. The police launched an investigation, and the suspect, Akil Khan, was identified and arrested the following day. Authorities revealed that Khan had prior criminal cases registered against him.
The incident has cast a shadow over the prestigious cricket tournament, with the police continuing their investigation into the matter. The Australian team and tournament organizers are working closely to ensure the safety and well-being of all participants.
