Milan tram drivers ‘used WhatsApp for sexist chat about female passengers’
Summary
A group of tram drivers in Milan are under investigation for sharing sexist and vulgar comments about female passengers using images taken from tram CCTV cameras. The city’s public transport company, ATM, has suspended some drivers and is investigating the misuse of their systems.Key Facts
- Several Milan tram drivers shared sexist messages and images of female passengers on a WhatsApp group.
- The images came from CCTV cameras installed on trams for safety.
- One off-duty driver was seen showing these images and comments to a passenger, who reported it.
- Milan prosecutors are investigating unauthorized access to IT systems and CCTV hacking.
- Homes of five male employees were searched, and their devices were confiscated.
- ATM, the public transport company, is conducting an internal inquiry and suspended some drivers.
- The Italian consumer watchdog filed a formal complaint with prosecutors.
- Public and union leaders emphasized respect for human dignity and gender equality.
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