Volleyball coach under probe over sexual assault
Police confirmed that no arrests have been made and that the investigation is ongoing.
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The Maldives Police Service is investigating an allegation of sexual assault involving a coach attached to a sports association.
Police said on Monday that a case has been reported concerning a person responsible for training athletes at a sports association in the Maldives. No further details were disclosed.
Police confirmed that no arrests have been made and that the investigation is ongoing.
The matter came to light after journalists sought clarification at a police media briefing. Police acknowledged that the allegation involves a senior coach from the Volleyball Association of Maldives, accused of sexually assaulting a player.
