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American Woman Rescued After Being Chained in India

American Woman Found Starving and Chained to Tree in India

An American woman was found chained to a tree and screaming in a forest in Maharashtra, India. Lalita Kayi, 50, was discovered a week ago in Sindhudurg district after locals heard her cries for help. They notified the police, who freed her by cutting off the chain.

Kayi, who was very weak, was taken to a hospital where her health has since improved. On Friday, she was moved to a psychiatric facility for further care. Kayi has told the police that her husband chained her to the tree and left her there without food or water.

Police are searching for her husband in Tamil Nadu, based on the information she provided. Despite her rescue, many details about the case are still unclear.

Pandurang Gawkar, who found Kayi, said he heard her screaming while grazing his cattle. He described seeing her leg tied to the tree and her desperate condition. Villagers and police quickly arrived to help.

Police discovered Kayi had her passport, an Indian ID card, a mobile phone, a tablet, and 31,000 rupees with her. This suggests theft was not the motive. They noted it was fortunate Gawkar was in the area, as the forest is vast and she might have remained unnoticed otherwise.

Kayi was first taken to a local hospital, then transferred to a hospital in Goa. Doctors reported she had leg wounds and appeared to have a mental health condition. On Friday, her condition improved enough for her to be moved to a psychiatric hospital in Ratnagiri.

Kayi, who speaks only English, was a ballet dancer and yoga teacher from the US, specifically from Massachusetts. She moved to India about 10 years ago to study yoga and meditation, where she met her husband. Police believe they may have had a falling out.

Kayi has been unable to explain clearly how she ended up in the forest. She initially communicated with the police and doctors by writing notes. She claimed she was tied to the tree for 40 days without food or water and was given an injection that locked her jaw.

Police are investigating her claims, including the possibility of her surviving without food or water for so long. They have filed an attempted murder case against her husband and are investigating in Tamil Nadu, Goa, and Maharashtra. The US embassy in Delhi has declined to comment on the case due to privacy regulations.

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BMW Crash in Mumbai: Sena Leader’s Son Detained

Sena Leader’s Son Detained After BMW Accident in Mumbai’s Worli

A woman died after a speeding BMW hit a bike in Mumbai’s Worli. The couple on the bike, Pradeep and Kaveri Nakhava, were coming home after buying fish on Sunday morning. The accident happened in the Koliwada area.

Pradeep Nakhava lost control of the bike and jumped off, but his wife Kaveri, carrying a heavy load, couldn’t escape and was crushed by the BMW. The car was allegedly driven by Mihir Shah, son of Shiv Sena leader Rajesh Shah.

Kaveri Nakhava was taken to Nair Hospital but died from her injuries. The driver of the BMW fled the scene.

The police have detained Rajesh Shah, the car owner, who is a local Shiv Sena (Shinde) leader in Palghar. They also caught the driver and Mihir Shah, who is believed to have been in the car during the accident. The police are reviewing CCTV footage to determine who was driving.

Shiv Sena (UBT) leader and MLA Aditya Thackeray visited the Worli police station and met with Pradeep Nakhava. Thackeray emphasized that the incident should not be politicized and called for the arrest of the driver.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde assured strict action, saying that the party affiliation of the accused wouldn’t influence the case. Shinde stated that everyone is equal before the law and promised that the guilty will be punished.

Details of the Incident

The incident occurred at 5:30 am near Atria Mall in Worli. Pradeep managed to jump off the bike, but Kaveri was dragged by the car for 100 meters, resulting in severe injuries. She died during treatment.

Police Investigation

The BMW belonged to Rajesh Shah, and the police detained him for questioning. His son, Mihir Shah, is still on the run. The police are investigating the case and reviewing CCTV footage.

Statements from Leaders

Chief Minister Eknath Shinde called the incident unfortunate and assured that action will be taken against those responsible, regardless of their political connections.

Aditya Thackeray visited the police station and met with officials. He stressed the need for swift action and assured the victim’s husband that efforts would be made to bring the accused to justice.

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