Two arrested for allegedly drugging and gang-raping a woman in Kochi

The Kalamassery police have arrested two persons for allegedly drugging and gang-raping a woman at a cottage in Edappally, Kochi, Keralam. Those arrested are Sreeraj, 30, of Karthikappally, Alappuzha, and Jith Martin, 27, of Thrikkakara, Ernakulam.

Both were arrested and remanded in judicial custody on Sunday, two days after the alleged crime took place.

Police sources said the woman was called to the lodge on the pretext of arranging a job for her at a spa in the city. The accused allegedly forced her to drink alcohol and take drugs before sexually assaulting her.

Police suspect the men are part of a sex racket linked to some spas. According to police sources, more arrests are likely in the case.

Published – 5 Oct 2026 11:10 AM IST