Canadian citizen of Sri Lankan origin detained in Nagapattinam
A Canadian citizen of Sri Lankan origin was detained by police in Nagapattinam, India, for questioning after purchasing a boat and motor. Authorities are investigating the purpose of his purchases and his recent travel history.
Why it matters
Border security and the monitoring of foreign nationals in sensitive coastal regions are critical for national safety.
A 48-year-old Canadian citizen of Sri Lankan origin was detained by the Q Branch Police for questioning at Kodiakkarai in Nagapattinam district on Tuesday over his purchase of a fibre boat and an outboard motor.
The man, identified as A. Paul, had been staying at a private guest house in Kodiakkarai since Monday evening. Q Branch personnel detained him on Tuesday morning on suspicion and initiated an inquiry.
According to police sources, Paul left Canada on September 23, travelled to Qatar, and arrived at Chennai Airport on September 25. After staying in Chennai for a day, he travelled to Vedaranyam on September 27, where he stayed at a private lodge. He later moved to a private guest house in Kodiakkarai.
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