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A police vehicle. (Photo/Police)
Man arrested for attempted police stabbing
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
3 hours ago
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A 33-year-old man was arrested in Hulhumale on Friday for attempting to stab a police officer.
The incident occurred at 6:30 pm, according to a statement released by the Maldives Police Service.
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"The man also tried to attack a police officer who tried to stop him with a sharp object," the police said.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
A video circulating on social media shows two police officers restraining the man. In the video, the man can be heard saying, "I'm mentally ill."
Further details have not been disclosed by the police.
