The Kalamassery police investigating the alleged gang-rape of a woman after she was reportedly promised a job at a spa have taken two more people into custody.
Saranya, aka Ammu, and Sanju were taken into custody from Wayanad, District Police Chief (Kochi city) Kaliraj Mahesh Kumar told the media in Kochi on Wednesday. The duo is set to be brought to the Kalamassery police station later in the day.
The police had arrested two men – Sreeraj of Karthikappally, Alappuzha, and Jithu Martin of Thrikkakara, Ernakulam – on Monday in connection with the case. They have been remanded in judicial custody.
3 spas raided
Mr. Mahesh Kumar said the police had raided three spas run by Mr. Sreeraj as part of the probe. “Investigation will be launched into illegal spas in Kochi,” he said.
The alleged incident took place on October 2 at a lodge in the city. The woman was allegedly invited to the lodge after being informed that she had been selected for a manager’s job, then drugged and gang-raped.
Minister for Social Justice V. E. Abdul Gafoor on Tuesday assured all necessary government support to the survivor.
According to a statement issued by the Minister’s office, Mr. Gafoor spoke to the survivor’s partner over the phone and assured that all government assistance, including treatment and legal aid, would be provided to the survivor.
Published - October 07, 2026 12:02 pm IST