Mon Dec 15 16:57:25 UTC 2025: Summary:

An American citizen of Odisha origin was robbed and assaulted in a Kochi hotel on December 14, 2025. Ernakulam Central police arrested two suspects, Adarsh of Mulanthuruthy and Akash of Palluruthy, and are attempting to recover the stolen cash and valuables, which are estimated to be worth over ₹3.1 lakh. The victim was on an official visit to the city.

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Two Arrested in Kochi Robbery, U.S. Citizen Assaulted

KOCHI, December 15, 2025 – Ernakulam Central police have apprehended two individuals in connection with the robbery and assault of a 53-year-old U.S. citizen of Odisha origin. The incident occurred on Sunday, December 14, at a hotel on Shanmugham Road where the victim was staying during an official visit to Kochi.

Police identified the suspects as Adarsh of Mulanthuruthy and Akash of Palluruthy. The robbery took place around 7:30 a.m., with the perpetrators allegedly making off with cash and valuables worth over ₹3.1 lakh.

The two suspects were apprehended later that same day and have been charged with criminal conspiracy, wrongful confinement, robbery, and causing hurt. Police are currently working to recover the stolen money and valuables.

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