Motel Owner Arrested After Disturbing Incident
A scary situation at an Ohio motel is making headlines after police arrested the owner, 64-year-old Deepak Kumar Patel. The Indian-born businessman faces serious legal trouble following reports that a woman was held against her will at his property.
What Happened?
On February 3rd, police rushed to a motel in Springfield Township after getting a call about a woman in danger. Authorities learned she was trapped and couldn’t escape, prompting an immediate response to rescue her.
Police Investigation Reveals Chaos
Officers found the victim being held hostage inside the motel and freed her. Another person was arrested at the scene too. But the motel owner’s actions shocked investigators. When questioned, Patel gave police false information about the victim.
Even worse – detectives confirmed Patel had altered the motel’s guest records and documents to hide evidence. This deliberate obstruction delayed the victim’s rescue and hampered the investigation.
Serious Legal Consequences
Patel now faces felony charges for obstructing official police work and destroying important records. He’s locked up in Summit County Jail after failing to cooperate. Bodycam footage even captured him trying to dodge questions by claiming, “I don’t know anything, I don’t remember anything.”
Bigger Safety Concerns Emerge
This case highlights major safety problems at some American motels. Police records show Patel’s motel had prior illegal activity too. Locals are now demanding stronger laws to hold motel owners responsible when crimes happen on their properties.
