In a shocking incident, an American woman was discovered chained to a tree in a forest in India's Sindhudurg district, approximately 290 miles south of Mumbai. The woman, identified as 50-year-old Lalita Kayi Kumar, was found emaciated and unable to speak. She communicated with hospital staff through a written note, revealing that her husband had left her tied to a tree without food for 40 days.
Kumar also indicated that he had been given an injection for extreme psychosis, which resulted in a severe jaw lock, preventing him from drinking water. Pictures released by rescuers and the hospital show a severely malnourished Kumar covered in dirt.
Kumar's ordeal came to light when a local shepherd heard his cries for help and alerted the police. Since then, local authorities have registered a case of attempted murder against her ex-husband, who is currently being sought by investigators. Kumar, who was born in the United States but had been residing in India for the past decade, mentioned her “ex-husband” in a note found in her purse. It was also revealed that his visa had expired.
After her rescue, Kumar was taken to a hospital for advanced treatment. Medical professionals have suggested that he may be suffering from psychiatric problems. A Maharashtra police officer stated that Kumar's weakness was due to his prolonged lack of food and exposure to heavy rains in the area. The length of his confinement in the tree is unknown.
The police officer further said that efforts are being made to trace Kumar's relatives in India as part of the ongoing investigation. The husband, who is believed to be from Tamil Nadu, is suspected to have abandoned her in the forest and fled.
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