Dr. Sanjay Agarwal, a pulmonologist practicing in Milpitas, California, was arrested on September 24, 2025, on charges of sexual assault after allegedly inappropriately touching a female patient during a consultation.
The Milpitas Police Department confirmed the arrest following an investigation that began with a report of sexual battery on September 16, 2025.
Public Notice of Arrest
— Milpitas Police (@MilpitasPD) September 25, 2025
On September 16, 2025, a prior sexual battery was reported to the Milpitas Police Department. The reporting party indicated Dr. Sanjay Agarwal inappropriately touched a female patient. Detectives investigated the accusation and determined Dr. Agarwal had… pic.twitter.com/ckJU4i2Lsm
Details regarding the arrest
According to the police, the victim, who was seeking medical care, reported that Dr. Agarwal touched her inappropriately during a routine consultation. Detectives from the Criminal Investigations Bureau launched an inquiry into the matter, and after gathering evidence, they concluded that the allegations were credible.
Dr. Agarwal was arrested at his office in Milpitas and later booked into the Santa Clara County Main Jail on charges of sexual battery.
The police have urged anyone with additional information regarding the case or who believes they may have been a victim of Dr. Agarwal to come forward.
The Milpitas Police Department can be contacted directly at (408) 586-2400, and tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Crime Tip Hotline at (408) 586-2500 or via the department’s official website.
Who is Dr. Sanjay Agarwal?
Dr. Sanjay Agarwal is a well-known pulmonologist practicing in the Milpitas area. He is affiliated with the Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose, and he works at a sleep center in Milpitas.
Agarwal is a medical professional specializing in lung conditions, and he has built a reputation within the local medical community for his expertise in sleep disorders.