In a strong affirmation of the government’s transparent approach to justice, the Criminal Court has backed the ongoing police investigation into the case of 21-year-old Hawwa Yumnu Rasheed, who suffered critical injuries after falling from the ninth floor of H. Fantonia in Henveiru, Malé.
The court’s remand order, issued after suspect Raudh Ahmed Zilal was presented in court today, confirms that a dispute occurred between Yumnu and Raudh on the night of the incident. While the court document does not elaborate on the nature of the conflict, it verifies that tensions escalated prior to Yumnu’s fall.
According to the police, investigation has discovered that there was an “escalation” between the two. After few hours of the incident when Police questioned he reportedly claimed he did not know her whereabouts at the time of the fall but believes she may have fallen.
Yumnu was discovered on the roof of the adjacent Mitaaz building early Friday morning, following her fall from the ninth floor of Fantonia. She was rushed to hospital in critical condition and placed on a ventilator. Officials confirmed that she has since been taken off the ventilator, though her condition remains serious.
The Maldives Police Service has taken swift steps in this high-profile case. Investigators released CCTV footage showing Raudh and Yumnu active within the Fantonia residence in the hours before the incident. Authorities believe this footage, along with forensic and testimonial evidence, will play a vital role in uncovering the truth.
Today’s court order to detain Raudh marks a pivotal moment in the investigation and demonstrates the judiciary’s support for law enforcement efforts. The police are continuing to collect evidence, with further details expected as the probe progresses.
The government has reiterated its commitment to justice, fairness, and transparency. The swift coordination between police and judiciary reflects a system that prioritizes due process and public accountability—ensuring that justice is not only done but seen to be done.
