1 arrested for Hulhumale cafe vandalism
In view of these recent violent crimes, the police have decided to stop and search suspected motorists in areas where helmet-wearing is not mandatory.
By
Aminath Shifleen
Police have arrested a man for his alleged role in the vandalism and destruction of 'Juice Time' cafe in Hulhumale Phase I.
The cafe, which sells food on takeaway basis, was attacked on January 24. Two men wearing helmets enter and vandalise the cafe with a hammer. In a video, they can be seen destroying the inside of the cafe in a few minutes time.
Police had earlier raided an apartment in Hulhumale and arrested seven people with weapons and drugs.
According to the police, the accused was arrested on Sunday for his alleged involvement in the crime. Therefore, he is believed to be one of the people who entered the cafe with the hammer and damaged it.
According to the police:
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A 19-year-old youth was arrested
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He was arrested following a court order
A group of people with their faces covered barged into the cafe in Hulhumale and attacked it, and the next night, a man inside a shop in Male was stabbed to death.
Police Commissioner Mohamed Hameed said the cases were linked to clashes between four gangs. So far, 16 people have been arrested in connection with these cases, he said.
In view of these cases, the police have decided to stop and search suspected motorists in areas where helmet-wearing is not mandatory.
