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12 suspects in Hiyaa flat kidnapping released

The Hiyaa flat, where the crime took place, have previously been identified by authorities as a hub for illicit activities.

25 December 2024

3 sentenced to jail for blackmail, robbery

The victim was reportedly tortured, stripped of his dignity, and threatened with a knife.

24 November 2024

2 soldiers in kidnapping case suspended

They have been suspended without pay until the investigation is completed.

19 September 2024

Two men found caged for not paying restaurant bill

Police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner of Police Ahmed Shifan told Atoll Times on Sunday that the incident took place in Male.

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Two of four Americans kidnapped by gunmen in Mexico found dead

U.S. Republicans, in particular, have been pushing for the U.S. government to take a tougher line on organized crime south of the border.

Group of 3 arrested for kidnapping

At the remand hearing, police presented police statements, witness testimony and CCTV camera footage.

17 December 2023

Briton runs length of Africa

Now he hopes his achievement inspires others to get more active.

Boko Haram frees 49 women kidnapped in Nigeria's Borno state

In late July, Islamists beheaded at least 10 farmers in Borno.

3 kidnapped over drug dispute; busted after hospital visit

A reliable source with knowledge of the incident confirmed to Atoll Times that the act was committed by people with criminal records.

Man and woman arrested for abduction, extortion

Recently, there have been cases of people being taken to Hiyaa flats and being robbed.

Colombia ELN guerrillas free kidnapped father of soccer star

Diaz was taken by armed men alongside his wife Cilenis Marulanda, who was freed within hours.

10 November 2023

More than 100 kidnapped Nigerian students arrive back in Kaduna

The abduction of students in Nigeria began over a decade ago with jihadist group Boko Haram.