Maldivian man arrested from Hulhumale’ for violence

Maldives Police Servies, on Thursday, announced the arrest of a Maldivian man from Hulhumale’ Phase I for violence.

The man – a 22-year-old Maldivian – was arrested under a court order on July 8^th.

The case is under investigation by the Police.

Cases of violence are prevalent in not only Hulhumale’, but Male’ as well. Most such cases involve criminal gangs.

Speaking at a TV show last week, Superintendent of Police Arif there are currently eight criminal gangs active in the Maldivian capital, with most of the members aged 12-13 years.

Home Minister Ali Ihusan has said there are some 400 juveniles with links to criminal gangs, who require immediate intervention.

The establishment of a dedicated unit to combat gang crime is included in Maldives Police Service's new strategic action plan.