Commission launches portal for info of woman's fall probe
According to the commission, its primary objective is to carry out an independent investigation into the incident.
A public portal has been launched by the Presidential Commission appointed to investigate the case of Hawwa Yumnu Rasheed, who was found on the roof of a house after falling from the ninth floor of a building.
President Dr Mohamed Muizzu formed a five-member commission to conduct an inquiry into the incident involving 21-year-old Yumnu, who was discovered on the roof of H. Mitaz’s residence.
The commission has opened an online portal to collect information and complaints from the public. The portal is accessible via e-pass, which allows the commission to identify the individuals submitting information. Submissions may include written complaints, photos, PDF files, or videos, with a file size limit of 100MB.
A section on the portal provides answers to frequently asked questions. This section outlines the mandate of the commission, its responsibilities, and introduces the commission members.
According to the commission, its primary objective is to carry out an independent investigation into the incident and to evaluate the actions taken by relevant institutions thus far.
The commission’s powers include:
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Requesting assistance from state institutions and external parties for investigative purposes
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Engaging foreign authorities and subject matter experts to support investigations
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Exercising powers granted to law enforcement agencies under the Criminal Procedure Act
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Applying to courts for arrest warrants and other court orders related to criminal investigations
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Summoning individuals, questioning witnesses, and collecting necessary documents and materials
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Accessing previous investigation findings, evidence, and documents held by other parties
The commission is authorised to act in accordance with the law to establish facts surrounding the incident and take necessary follow-up actions.
