One more arrested in connection with attack on youth in Hulhumalé
Further investigations are underway
Maldives Police Service headquarters
One more has been arrested in connection with a case of gang violence.
The Maldives Police Service (MPS) revealed that the case surfaced in Hulhumalé Phase I.
26-year-old Nazeef native to Raiymandhoo island of Meemu atoll was attacked by a group of individuals on July 8.
To date, it remains unclear why Nazeef, who works at an outlet of the State Trading Organization (STO) in Hulhumalé, was targeted.
Sources reveal that the 26-year-old was attacked at the time he was parking his motorcycle.
Nazeef attained serious injuries in the attack including a major head injury.
The police institution revealed that a 22-year-old man was arrested in connection with the gang violence.
The arrest was made under a court order.
Another Maldivian man, 23, was arrested some time on Tuesday.
Further investigations are currently underway in connection with the case.
