Police Arrest Man over Threats to Muizzu
Police have arrested a man accused of threatening to assassinate President Dr Mohamed Muizzu and various state officials via social media.
The suspect, identified as Abdulla Miyad, aged 40, was taken into custody last evening after returning to the Maldives from abroad. Authorities confirmed they are actively investigating the online threats.
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The threats were made in a comment on President Muizzu’s social media page during a live broadcast of his speech at the United Nations General Assembly on 25 September. While the threat appeared under the name “Ablo Maid Yousuf,” police have not determined whether this account represents an actual individual or an alias using a false identity.
The police disclosed on Wednesday that Miyad’s alleged threats included death threats to both the President and various state officials, as well as unspecified threats of harm to others. There were also reports of posts from the account in question promoting same-sex relationships, which remains a sensitive issue in the Maldives. The investigation is ongoing, with police saying that further details will be released as they become available.
Man Remanded in Custody Over Assault in Local Shop
A 37-year-old man has been remanded in custody pending trial for allegedly assaulting another individual inside a shop on Dilbahaaru Magu in Malé. Police identified the suspect as Muniz and reported that the incident took place at approximately 22:01 hrs last Friday night.
Muniz was arrested on Sunday and was presented in court on Monday, where he was ordered to remain in custody pending further proceedings. Police confirmed that the victim received treatment at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) and was subsequently discharged.
Investigations into both cases are ongoing, with authorities promising updates as they continue to gather evidence.
Criminal Charges Filed Against Trio for Robbery
The Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) has initiated criminal proceedings against three individuals accused of violently assaulting and robbing a man at knifepoint.
The incident occurred on July 24 at a residence in the Machangolhi district of Malé City. The accused have been identified as:
- Shafeeq Ibrahim, 35, of S. Hithadhoo
- Mohamed Rehan, 27, of Ma. Masfan, Malé
- Aishath, 43, of Ma. Masfan, Malé
According to police reports, the suspects allegedly lured the victim into their home, where they stripped him of his belongings, including his mobile phone. They are also accused of forcing the victim to transfer funds from his bank account and using his bank card to withdraw cash from an ATM.
The police completed their investigation and forwarded the case to the PGO on September 9. Subsequently, the PGO filed formal charges with the Criminal Court on September 23.
The trio faces multiple charges, including assault, unlawful acquisition of information, and theft by extortion. All three individuals are currently in custody while awaiting trial.
