Finally the cruise industry has a smart answer to all those prying reporters who ask questions about the crime wave on cruise ships. Who’s to blame for it? Why, journalists are, of course.
At least that’s what they can now say after a former television reporter was arrested for allegedly touching two 12-year-old boys on a cruise, in what prosecutors contend was a sexual manner.
The passenger faces one count of abusive sexual contact with a minor. He is scheduled to return to court Nov. 13 for arraignment.
What makes this case noteworthy, in a man-bites-dog kind of way, is that journalists have been on the cruise lines’ cases for years about onboard crime. And sexual crimes have gotten special attention from the press.
Now, one of their own (albeit a retired member of the fourth estate) is in hot water not just for a crime committed on board — but one of a sexual nature.
The cruise lines must be having a chuckle over this one.
Christopher Elliott is the author of Scammed: How to Save Your Money and Find Better Service in a World of Schemes, Swindles, and Shady Deals. Critics have called it “eye-opening” and “inspiring” — it’ll “grab your attention and won’t let go.” Order your copy now on Amazon, Barnes & Noble or iTunes.
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