One arrested in connection with disturbance at VIA
26 ޑިސެމްބަރު 2024 | ބުރާސްފަތި 13:13A video began circulating on social media after the disturbance broke out at VIA
The disturbance at Velana International Airport (VIA) was reported on Wednesday
An individual has been arrested in connection with a disturbance at Velana International Airport (VIA).
Maldives Police Service (MPS) revealed that the report of the incident was received around 3:15pm on Wednesday.
MPS noted that the disturbance occurred among a group of Sri Lankan nationals staying in the Maldives on work visas, and the fight took place at the taxi drop-off point.
The police institution added that one person has been taken into police custody in connection with the disturbance.
Further investigations are currently underway in connection with the case.
A video began circulating on social media after the disturbance broke out at VIA.
The video shows a person hitting someone. Attempts are observed being made to separate them. At the time, police and airport officials can also be seen active in the area.
