Virgin Australia Crew Allegedly Assaulted and Robbed in Fiji
Fijian authorities are investigating separate incidents involving theft and sexual assault of two airline staff during a layover in Nadi on New Year's Day.
- Two Virgin Australia crew members were reportedly attacked in separate incidents near a nightclub in Nadi, Fiji, during the early hours of New Year's Day.
- The female crew member was allegedly sexually assaulted, while the male crew member was reportedly robbed and treated for facial injuries at a hospital.
- Fijian police have questioned a suspect in connection with the alleged sexual assault, while investigations into both incidents are ongoing.
- The affected crew members are staying at a designated hotel in Nadi and are expected to return to Australia by the end of the week after assisting with the investigation.
- Virgin Australia has sent support staff to Fiji, and the airline emphasizes its focus on the well-being of the crew members involved.