Saeed continues his hunger strike, demanding an end to persistent harassment and disturbances caused by Faris against local families

Mohamed Saeed has moved his hunger strike to Majeedhee Magu alongside his family after 14 hours, protesting what he describes as a total systemic failure. The demonstration follows the repeated release of an individual accused of harassing and threatening families.

Saeed noted that although the individual had been arrested between 25 and 30 times over the past year and a half, he was consistently released within a week at most. He emphasized that these repeated arrests offer no solace to the family. Consequently, he stated that the family has no intention of ending their ongoing hunger strike.

While Saeed continued his protest, the individual identified as Faris was taken into police custody. Despite police requests to end the demonstration following the arrest, Saeed declared that the protest would continue, citing a complete lack of confidence in the system.

Saeed continues hunger strike | Social Media | Social Media

Saeed stated on his Facebook account that the protest on Majeedhee Magu has now been ongoing for 14 hours. He detailed his efforts to resolve the issue by reaching out to various authorities, noting that the police informed him that extensive measures had already been taken and there was nothing further they could do at this stage. Saeed further cited the police as saying that several presentations regarding the matter have been scheduled for next week.

The National Drug Agency (NDA) stated that he could not be admitted as he did not meet their eligibility criteria. Similarly, the Home for People with Special Needs (HPSN) declined responsibility, asserting that he does not suffer from a mental illness. Meanwhile, the Prosecutor General’s Office (PGO) confirmed that legal proceedings could not move forward due to a lack of sufficient evidence. Following these developments, Saeed remarked that this situation serves as clear evidence of a total systemic failure.

While Saeed was raising his voice in protest regarding the matter, the individual, identified as Faris, was taken into police custody | Social Media | Social Media

Saeed also visited the Henveiru Police Station to voice his concerns. However, the police ordered him to leave the premises.

Police have stated that individuals will not be permitted to stage protests within police stations to achieve specific demands. However, the police assured that they are taking all necessary legal measures to address the individual's concerns and are coordinating with relevant institutions to find a resolution.

In response to the matter, the police further stated that they share the concerns expressed by Saeed.

Male' City Mayor Adam Azim has also visited the site to meet with Saeed, who is currently on a hunger strike.

Male' City Mayor Adam Azim also arrived at the venue to meet with Saeed | Social Media | Social Media

The individual accused of harassment has a history of being arrested and released on multiple occasions. Residents of the South Henveiru constituency report that he poses a significant threat to the entire neighborhood, frequently harassing children and the elderly, and has been known to physically assault members of the public.

Reports indicate that a man named Faris has been repeatedly harassing pedestrians and motorists traveling along Kashimaa Hingun and Dhoohimeri Magu in Male'. Videos previously circulated on social media show him shouting at passersby and throwing objects at them. It has also been noted that he frequently appears in public dressed in a manner that violates community standards of decency.