Youth held for alleged sexual abuse of 15-year-old girl during Halloween party in Kochi

The Aluva police arrested a 20-year-old youth for the alleged sexual abuse of a 15-year-old girl during a Halloween party at a resort, the police said on Monday (November 9, 2026). The arrested is Alex Karippamattom of Kottayam. The alleged incident took place on October 31, 2026.

The case was registered on a complaint filed by the girl’s mother.

Police sources said the accused was instrumental in organising the party in which around 30 people, including school students, took part. A probe is on into alleged drug use and liquor supply to minors during the event, they added.