Police Report 1,907 Accidents in 2024, Significant Rise Noted
Maldives Police Service statistics has revealed that 1,907 accidents have been reported so far in 2024, marking an increase of 431 cases compared to the same period last year.
The President, Dr Mohamed Muizzu, has instructed all relevant institutions to implement eight stringent measures to ensure road safety.
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Last year, the Maldives recorded 1,476 accidents during the first eight months, with an average of 184.5 incidents per month. This year, that monthly average has risen to 238.38 cases, indicating a notable rise in road incidents.
Breaking down the statistics, January 2024 saw 263 accidents, while February and March recorded 267 and 301 accidents respectively. The months following saw a decline, with 221 cases in April, 226 in May, 215 in June, 210 in July, and 204 in August.
In comparison, the corresponding months of 2023 saw lower figures: 149 in January, 196 in February, 190 in March, 174 in April, 179 in May, 168 in June, 202 in July, and 218 in August.
The majority of these accidents occurred in the Greater Malé area, which includes Malé City, Hulhumalé, and Vilimalé. In 2024, these areas accounted for 1,171 reported accidents, a slight increase from the 1,071 incidents reported in the same period last year.
Authorities have not yet indicated the reasons behind this surge, but the statistics highlight a growing concern over road safety in the country.
