Israeli Tourist and Homestay Owner Brutally Assaulted During Stargazing in Karnataka
Shocking Gang Rape Incident in Karnataka
In a shocking incident in Karnataka, two women, including a 27-year-old Israeli tourist and a homestay owner, were allegedly gang-raped by three men on Thursday night. The incident took place near the serene banks of a canal in Koppal, located about 350 km from Bengaluru, the tech hub of India.
Details of the Incident
The women were stargazing near the canal around 11:30 pm when the accused approached them. The men pushed three other travelers into the canal before targeting the women. While two of the travelers managed to escape, one person from Odisha named Bibash is still missing, as per the complainant’s statement.
A senior police officer has assured the public that the accused individuals will be apprehended soon.
Police Investigation and Actions Taken
According to the Superintendent of Police in Koppal, Ram L Arasiddi, the women were brutally attacked and sexually assaulted by the perpetrators. The homestay owner mentioned in her complaint that they had gone for stargazing after dinner when the accused arrived on a motorcycle.
The accused initially asked for petrol and then demanded money from the travelers. When their demands were refused, they resorted to physical violence and rape before fleeing the scene on their motorcycle.
The women are currently receiving medical treatment at a government hospital, but they have the option to be transferred to a private facility if they wish. A police case has been filed under charges of rape, gang-rape, and robbery based on the complaint lodged by the victims.
Ongoing Investigation and Search Operation
The police have initiated immediate action following the complaint, and two special teams are actively investigating the case to identify and apprehend the perpetrators. The women have undergone medical examinations to confirm the sexual assault.
Meanwhile, fire officials and the police’s dog squad have been conducting a search operation to locate the missing tourist, who is still unaccounted for since the incident occurred.
This heinous crime has shocked the local community and raised concerns about the safety and security of travelers, especially women, in the region. Authorities are working diligently to ensure justice is served and to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.