9 arrested in Thinadhoo over gang rape and child sexual abuse
The case was reported to police on Monday, involving allegations that a group of men had sexually assaulted the woman in Thinadhoo.
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Police have arrested nine Maldivian men in connection with an alleged gang rape of a 22-year-old woman in GDh. Thinadhoo, with the investigation also uncovering suspected cases of child sexual abuse and exploitation.
The case was reported to police on Monday, involving allegations that a group of men had sexually assaulted the woman in Thinadhoo.
Police confirmed that nine Maldivian men have been arrested so far in connection with the investigation.
The identities and photographs of the suspects have not been released.
Police said a special investigative team from Malé has been deployed to Thinadhoo to assist with the investigation.
According to police, allegations involving the sexual abuse and exploitation of children emerged during the investigation into the reported sexual assault of the woman.
Police have not disclosed the number of children believed to be affected or provided further details about the suspected offences.
The investigation is ongoing.
