February 14, 2017
A man has been charged after allegedly grabbing a SEPTA transit police officer and forcibly kissing her Monday afternoon, a SEPTA spokesperson confirmed Tuesday.
The incident happened at the 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby, Delaware County, around 3:30 p.m., authorities confirmed.
The man, who hasn't been identified, is facing multiple charges, including assault, according to 6ABC. A SEPTA spokesperson couldn't confirm the charges Tuesday morning.
SEPTA Police Chief Thomas Nestel called the incident "outrageous," "aggressive and demeaning" on Twitter.
Man grabbed Transit PO and forcibly kissed her. OUTRAGEOUS! I am at a loss on what to say. So aggressive & demeaning. I stand with her!
— Thomas J. Nestel III (@TNestel3) February 14, 2017
Yep. If he has a sense of common decency and respect for women, then he must have left them at home. https://t.co/yl5HMWf8NV
— Thomas J. Nestel III (@TNestel3) February 14, 2017
The SEPTA transit officer also hasn't been identified.
This story is developing. Check back for details.
