Two brothers wanted in connection with a deadly fire at their nightclub in India's Goa state, which killed 25 people, have been detained in Thailand, India's ambassador to Thailand, Nagesh Singh, told the BBC.
Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, who own Birch By Romeo Lane club, fled to Phuket shortly after the incident earlier this week. They will be sent back [to India], Mr. Singh said on Thursday, a day after a court in Delhi refused to grant them protection from arrest and the Goa government approached India's external affairs ministry to revoke their passports.
The brothers stated they never intended to evade the law and will cooperate with authorities upon their return to India.
The incident occurred early on Sunday when a deadly blaze broke out at the club in a busy nightlife area of the tourist state. Investigators believe the fire was triggered by fireworks inside the venue, leading to the tragic deaths of staff members and tourists.
Upon the incident, police raided the brothers' Delhi home but found they had already fled, prompting them to seek Interpol's assistance.
The Luthra brothers, through their lawyer, have assured their intention to submit themselves to the jurisdiction of India's police and judicial system.
Saurabh Luthra, identified as the chairman of Birch By Romeo Lane, expressed his profound grief in a social media statement, standing in solidarity with the victims' families.
As investigations continue, Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant revealed that six individuals have been arrested in connection with the fire, with more arrests expected in the upcoming days.
Goa, a popular tourist destination known for its vibrant nightlife and sandy beaches, is facing scrutiny in light of this tragic incident.
Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, who own Birch By Romeo Lane club, fled to Phuket shortly after the incident earlier this week. They will be sent back [to India], Mr. Singh said on Thursday, a day after a court in Delhi refused to grant them protection from arrest and the Goa government approached India's external affairs ministry to revoke their passports.
The brothers stated they never intended to evade the law and will cooperate with authorities upon their return to India.
The incident occurred early on Sunday when a deadly blaze broke out at the club in a busy nightlife area of the tourist state. Investigators believe the fire was triggered by fireworks inside the venue, leading to the tragic deaths of staff members and tourists.
Upon the incident, police raided the brothers' Delhi home but found they had already fled, prompting them to seek Interpol's assistance.
The Luthra brothers, through their lawyer, have assured their intention to submit themselves to the jurisdiction of India's police and judicial system.
Saurabh Luthra, identified as the chairman of Birch By Romeo Lane, expressed his profound grief in a social media statement, standing in solidarity with the victims' families.
As investigations continue, Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant revealed that six individuals have been arrested in connection with the fire, with more arrests expected in the upcoming days.
Goa, a popular tourist destination known for its vibrant nightlife and sandy beaches, is facing scrutiny in light of this tragic incident.
