Mysuru, April 7 -- Police deny reports of assault

A 64-year-old tourist from Kerala, George Joseph, collapsed near the KRS Dam entry gate on Apr. 3 and later passed away at Sri Jayadeva Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences and Research in Mysuru. Though the incident occurred last week, it has only now come to light.

According to Krishna Raja Sagar (KRS) Police, Joseph was part of a 15-member group from Kerala that arrived in Bengaluru on Apr. 3 and hired a Tempo Traveller to visit tourist spots in and around Srirangapatna.

After visiting local attractions and having lunch, the group proceeded to Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary and later reached KRS Dam around 5.30 pm. They purchased Dam entry tickets.

While the group moved towards the Mu...