Faisal’s heart not beating when brought to hospital, still in critical condition

Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital, on Tuesday, stated that the condition of the man arrested in connection to the suspicious death of his wife remains critical after his suicide attempt.

A media official from Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital told Sun that Faisal is currently being treated at the hospital’s ICU.

A trusted source told Sun that Aboobakr Faisal’s heart was not beating when he was brought to Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital after found hanging in his cell. He was immediately treated in the ER, where his pulse was revived following which was transferred for treatment at ICU.

Faisal was being held at the Kulhudhuffushi Police Station after his arrest.

A police spokesperson told Sun that Faisal was found attempting to kill himself by hanging in his cell by police at approximately 11:15pm on Monday night. He was taken to Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital at approximately 11:40pm.

Police have disclosed little detail regarding their investigation into Nishama's death, other than to confirm the death is being treated as suspicious. A special team of investigators have been sent to Nolhivaram to investigate the case.

Her body has been transported to Male’ City, and is set to be flown overseas for an autopsy to determine the cause of death.

Nishama’s family believes she was killed by her husband as she is a victim of domestic violence. She reportedly had visible injuries on her body.

A trustable source also confirmed to Sun that Faisal is a drug addict.

Nishama is survived by three young children.