12 suspects in Hiyaa flat kidnapping released
The Hiyaa flat, where the crime took place, have previously been identified by authorities as a hub for illicit activities.
Twelve individuals arrested for abducting a Maldivian man and allegedly attempting to sever his finger have been released by the court.
The incident occurred on the 20th floor of the 11th apartment in the ninth tower of the Hiya flats on the night of July 20.
The Maldives Police Service announced on Tuesday that the investigation into the case is still underway. The police have submitted the case to the Prosecutor General’s Office, requesting them to pursue charges against the suspects.
According to the police, the release of the detainees was a decision made by the court, but no specific details were provided regarding the reasoning behind this decision.
The Hiya flat, where the crime took place, have previously been identified by authorities as a hub for illicit activities. Home minister Ali Ihsan stated that the location had been searched multiple times by police in connection with drug-related cases.
In a related operation, four individuals were arrested on Monday from the same apartment. Authorities seized a significant quantity of drugs and a large amount of cash during the raid, further corroborating the flat’s reputation as a hotspot for criminal activity.
