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A 50-year-old American woman, Lalita Kayi Kumar, was found chained to a tree and abandoned in a forest in India. She was rescued after a shepherd heard her cries in a village in Maharashtra. The police suspect her former husband of attempted murder based on a note she wrote. Officials are investigating her background and trying to reach her relatives.
Despite being weak and unable to give a statement, Kumar is under observation in a hospital. She appears to have faced neglect for several days, suffering from psychiatric issues. Police are working to uncover more details about her stay in India and her connections during the past few months.
This disturbing incident sheds light on the importance of addressing mental health and domestic abuse issues globally. Your support enables us to continue reporting on such critical matters with accountability and transparency.