13 Indian Fishermen Attacked Mid-Sea; Sri Lankan Suspect Nabbed
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-27 15:12 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
Indian fishermen from Nagapattinam were attacked and robbed by a group of men, including one suspected to be a Sri Lankan fisherman. The incident occurred mid-sea, and the Department of Fisheries has taken custody of the suspect. According to Reuters, the attackers made off with 13 kg of catch.
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