The Tehelka journalist, who had accused its editor Tarun Tejpal of sexually assaulting her, has shown willingness to travel to Goa and record her statement before the authorities, a senior police official said today.

The woman, who was contacted by Investigating Officer Sunita Sawant over phone yesterday, has shown willingness to co-operate, a senior official said on condition of anonymity.

"If the woman travels to Goa, her statement would be recorded before the magistrate under IPC section 164 (recording of confessions and statements)," the official said.

Although Goa police are yet to meet the woman, who lives in Mumbai, the official said the first conversation between the investigating officer and her was very fruitful.

"She has narrated many things which are not mentioned even in the email. That could go against Tarun Tejpal," a police official said. The woman is ready to fully co-operate with the investigating agency, the official said.