Indian student accused of strangling US girlfriend to death arrested in Germany

Police said Salazar's family requested a welfare check after becoming concerned about her. Officers who arrived at the apartment at around 4 PM (local time) found the teenager unresponsive with signs of trauma, according to the Tucson Police Department.

The search for Batchigari began after police discovered he had fled Tucson. He travelled to Tucson International Airport and boarded a flight to Houston.

What Happened

From there, he took another flight bound for Berlin, Germany. Authorities believe he was attempting to make his way back to India.

• He also had a history of domestic violence allegations, according to reports.

• However, his time at the university was reportedly cut short after he was expelled following a fight.

• Batchigari had been studying business analytics at the University of Arizona.

Key Details

An arrest warrant was issued as investigators tracked his movements. The Tucson Police Department said Arizona authorities worked with federal agents to locate and detain Batchigari after he arrived in Germany.

• They received a response saying she was fine and that the incident had only been an argument.

• The roommates later contacted her to check whether she was safe.

• Her roommates had reportedly become concerned days before her death after hearing loud screaming coming from Salazar's room on August 5.

Why It Matters

He is expected to be extradited to Arizona, where he will face a first-degree murder charge and be booked into Pima County Adult Detention.

• According to KOLD, Salazar had been planning to end the relationship after experiencing sexual assault and abusive behaviour.

• The case has also drawn attention to Batchigari's relationship with Salazar and the allegations of abuse surrounding it.

What Reports Say

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