Andaman Islands: American tourist killed by tribals, 7 held

An American tourist was allegedly killed by a protected tribe in the Andaman and Nicobar Island on Wednesday. As per reports, seven fishermen who reportedly took the American tourists to North Sentinel Island have been arrested, police said. The tourist is identified as John Allen Chau.

According to NDTV report, the arrested fishermen told police that they last saw the American tourist being attacked with bows and arrows after he landed on the island towards the southern Andamans. The tribes dragged the 27-year-old tourist to the beach, half buried in the sand before he disappeared from sight.

The hunt for the tourist is launched in the Union Territory. But, the helicopters are unable to land at the island as the Sentinelese are hostile to any attempt at approaching them.

It is to be noted that, those who have high-level permission can only visit the protected areas as the strategic Andaman and Nicobar Islands is not only home to the protected tribes, but also has a large presence of the Indian Navy with sensitive installations.

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