US Tourist Arrested for Trespassing on Forbidden Andaman Island
Unauthorized Visit to North Sentinel Island
A 24-year-old American tourist, Mykhailo Viktorvych Polyakov, was detained for illegally venturing into restricted zones in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The authorities have filed a report and initiated an inquiry to understand the intent behind his visit.
Tourist’s Actions
- Polyakov arrived at a local resort on March 27
- He was observed fishing near Kurmadera Beach
- A message was left at the resort indicating he would be back late from Baratang Island
Visit to North Sentinel Island
However, the investigation uncovered that Polyakov had indeed set foot on the off-limits North Sentinel Island, infringing upon the protected Tribal Reserve Area. This region is safeguarded by law to maintain the Sentinelese tribe’s traditional lifestyle.
