In a harrowing incident that has shocked the travel community, a 28-year-old Brazilian travel vlogger, Fernanda, and her 63-year-old husband, Vicente, reported a brutal attack during their journey through India's Jharkhand. The couple, who had been documenting their global adventures on a motorbike, claimed that a gang assaulted them while setting up a makeshift tent for the night.
Vicente detailed the severity of the assault, recounting how his mouth was "destroyed" after being beaten with a "helmet and a stone." Simultaneously, Fernanda disclosed a horrifying account of being raped by "seven men" before enduring a robbery.
"Something has happened to us that we would not wish on anyone," the couple explained, narrating the traumatic experience that unfolded during their stopover in India. "Seven men have raped me, they have beaten us and robbed us, although not many things because what they wanted was to rape me. We are in the hospital with the police. It happened tonight here in India."
Indian police are actively pursuing justice, indicating that four additional suspects linked to the attack are still at large. The investigation is ongoing, aiming for a swift trial and conviction.
The couple appeared in court on Monday, where they were granted £9,500 as compensation for the distressing incident. Anjaneyulu Dodde, deputy commissioner of Dumka, commented on the compensation, stating, "We have given him a compensation of one million rupees. We are conducting a thorough investigation and will try to ensure a speedy trial and conviction."
This distressing episode raises urgent questions about the safety of travelers in India, prompting authorities to intensify efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects. The global travel community closely watches as the investigation unfolds, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures and support for victims of such heinous crimes.
Vicente detailed the severity of the assault, recounting how his mouth was "destroyed" after being beaten with a "helmet and a stone." Simultaneously, Fernanda disclosed a horrifying account of being raped by "seven men" before enduring a robbery.
"Something has happened to us that we would not wish on anyone," the couple explained, narrating the traumatic experience that unfolded during their stopover in India. "Seven men have raped me, they have beaten us and robbed us, although not many things because what they wanted was to rape me. We are in the hospital with the police. It happened tonight here in India."
Indian police are actively pursuing justice, indicating that four additional suspects linked to the attack are still at large. The investigation is ongoing, aiming for a swift trial and conviction.
The couple appeared in court on Monday, where they were granted £9,500 as compensation for the distressing incident. Anjaneyulu Dodde, deputy commissioner of Dumka, commented on the compensation, stating, "We have given him a compensation of one million rupees. We are conducting a thorough investigation and will try to ensure a speedy trial and conviction."
This distressing episode raises urgent questions about the safety of travelers in India, prompting authorities to intensify efforts to apprehend the remaining suspects. The global travel community closely watches as the investigation unfolds, emphasizing the need for enhanced security measures and support for victims of such heinous crimes.
