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Karnataka Court: Death Penalty for Trio in Heinous Crime
16 Feb
Summary
- Three men received the death penalty for a crime last year.
- The incident involved sexual assault and murder near Tungabhadra canal.
- The victims included tourists and a homestay owner.
In a significant judicial development, a civil court in Karnataka has handed down the death penalty to three men convicted of a brutal crime that occurred last year. The court pronounced its sentencing on February 16, 2026, following their conviction on February 7, 2026. The incident, which took place near Sanapur on March 6, 2025, involved the sexual assault of an Israeli woman and the murder of a youth.
According to prosecution details, the crime unfolded near the Tungabhadra canal when a group of tourists and their homestay owner were targeted. The convicts allegedly attacked the group, pushed men into the canal, and proceeded to assault the women. One man drowned, while another was saved by a companion. The accused were also found guilty of robbery and extortion, leading to the severe sentences.
