Man pleads not guilty in kissing case

A Bahraini manager accused of attempting to kiss two female colleagues, pleaded not guilty yesterday before the High Criminal Court.

Two female colleagues have accused the man of attempting to kiss and molest them on different occasions. After hearing the pair’s statements, the High Criminal Court decided to adjourn the case until September 18, 2018, for the closing arguments. The manager, however, was ordered to remain in police custody, pending the outcome of his trial.

The defendant’s criminal history showed that there were several similar cases lodged against him, including rape for which he was sentenced to one year behind bars. He is also an accused in many fraud cases, it is learned.

Tribune reported yesterday that the defendant was put on trial after he was accused of harassing two women during their first 30 days of joining the company.