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Last Updated:January 19, 2026, 12:24 IST
A couple was arrested in Virginia for drug and sex trafficking at Red Carpet Inn, which they operated through Kosha LLC, following undercover operations since May 2023.
Kosha Sharma, 52, and Tarun Sharma, 55, were arrested by FBI. (Photo: X)
An Indian-origin couple, along with three others, have been arrested in Virginia, United States, for drug and sex trafficking after federal and local agents raided a motel at the centre of the criminal activity. Kosha Sharma, 52, and Tarun Sharma, 55, are accused of using the third floor of their Red Carpet Inn for drug sales and prostitution while keeping guests on the lower floors, according to federal attorneys in northern Virginia.
They were arrested after federal and local agents raided a motel at the centre of the criminal activity after several undercover operations. According to court documents, since May 2023, Kosha Sharma, aka Ma or Mama K, and Tarun Sharma, aka Pop or Pa, and Kosha LLC, doing business as “Red Carpet Inn", have leased and operated the motel.
Three other defendants identified as Margo Waldon Pierce, Joshua Roderick and Rashard Perrish Smith were also taken into custody early January 15 morning (US time). All five of these people have been charged with conspiracy to contribute controlled substances, including fentanyl. If convicted, they could face a mandatory prison sentence of at least 10 years.
Location :
Washington D.C., United States of America (USA)
First Published:
January 19, 2026, 12:24 IST
News world Indian-Origin Couple Arrested In FBI Raid For Drug, Sex Trafficking In US
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