‘Spiked Drink, No Wi-Fi for 3 Days’: US Tourist Alleges Sexual Assault at Coorg Homestay; 2 Arrested
Police arrested two people and said the woman alerted officials after leaving, prompting a wider probe into homestay safety rules.
- Police in Karnataka's Kodagu district arrested two men on Tuesday for allegedly sexually assaulting an American tourist at a homestay in Kutta village, including the property owner and an employee.
- The tourist checked into the homestay last week but remained there for nearly three days after the incident, during which the owner allegedly blocked Wi-Fi access to prevent her from seeking help.
- According to the complaint, the employee, a native of Jharkhand who had worked at the property for five years, allegedly laced her drink with intoxicants before the assault. Investigators suspect the owner attempted to suppress the crime.
- Both accused remain in judicial custody until May 3. Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara stated, "Such incidents do not send a good message," pledging strict enforcement of homestay licensing and operating procedures.
- The case draws comparisons to a 2023 incident in Hampi where tourists were attacked. External Affairs officials in Delhi and Chennai are coordinating with local authorities as safety concerns mount.
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US tourist alleges sexual assault at homestay in Karnataka, India; two arrested
NEW DELHI: An American tourist was allegedly sexually assaulted at a private homestay in Karnataka's Kodagu district. Police have arrested two men and launched a detailed probe into the incident.
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Police in Karnataka have arrested two men following the alleged drugging and sexual assault of a United States national at a homestay in Kodagu district. The victim, who was visiting the popular tourist destination of Coorg, told authorities she was held without communication after the incident occurred in Kutta village. 📰 US Woman Tourist Drugged and Raped at Coorg Homestay In Karnataka; Accused Owner Cut WiFi for 3 Days to Prevent Victim From…
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