American YouTuber Detained After Illegal Visit to Restricted Indian Island
Mykhailo Polyakov, a 24-year-old YouTuber, remains in custody for violating laws after attempting to contact the isolated Sentinelese tribe.
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Mykhailo Viktorovych Polyakov, 24, was arrested for visiting North Sentinel Island, a prohibited area in India's Andaman Islands, to meet the Sentinelese tribe. He is in custody, awaiting a court appearance on April 29. His actions have raised concerns about the safety of the tribe, which has no immunity to outside diseases. Polyakov faces potential imprisonment and fines for violating Indian laws prohibiting access to the island, known for its hostile inhabitants. His visit follows a history of past incidents involving outsiders and the tribe.
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