‘Humiliating’ groping of Claudia Sheinbaum by drunken man prompts widespread condemnation
The groping of Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum by a drunken man has sparked outrage among women, many of whom saw their own fears and experiences reflected in her plight.
“If the president suffered assault with that level of protection and those guards it means that all of us women can be assaulted at any moment,” said Patricia Reyes, a 20-year-old student.
The incident took place on Tuesday while Sheinbaum was walking through a crowd in Mexico City. The man tried to kiss her on the neck and embrace her from behind before she removed his hands and an aide stepped in.
The man was later arrested and Sheinbaum said on Wednesday that she would press for charges.
