Man killed in 2 boat collision
"The whole of Ihavandhoo is in great grief. Thousands of people gathered in the health center area," councilor Ahmed Rilwan said.
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Mohamed Muzayyin Nazim
One person was killed, and two others injured when a boat collided with a speedboat near H.A. Ihavandhoo on Saturday.
The deceased was identified as Abdul Rasheed, 68, of Naya-daisy, Ihavandhoo.
Police sent a message to the media regarding the accident:
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The accident happened near Hovahandhu adjacent to Ihavandhoo
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Three people were injured and taken to Ihavandhoo Hospital; One in serious condition
The man, who was in critical condition, is now dead, two members of the island council confirmed to Atoll Times.
Council members told Atoll Times:
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The deceased was one of the two occupants of the boat; It was Abdul Rasheed accompanied by his son
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They left Ihavandhoo for marlin fishing
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The incident occurred after sunset on Saturday
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The speedboat collided with the boat from behind
"The whole of Ihavandhoo is in great grief. Thousands of people are currently in the health center area," councilor Ahmed Rilwan said.
