Tag: Maldives Police Service
Police recover over MVR 381,000 lost to scams in a week
Police recovered more than MVR 381,000 lost to scams over the past week, accounting for nearly all of…
Cyber alert: Police detect targeted phishing attacks on government agencies
The Maldives Police Service has warned government institutions and the public to remain on high alert after detecting…
Police name first reckless driving suspect under new crackdown
Police have publicly identified a 26-year-old motorcyclist arrested after an alleged high-speed attempt to evade officers ended with…
Man gets 50 years after drugs found taped to his thighs at airport
A man caught at Velana International Airport with diamorphine and cannabis taped to his thighs while preparing to…
Foreigners warned: Revealing clothing could lead to police action
The Maldives Police Service has warned foreign nationals living in the country that legal action may be taken…
Police reveal how 2024 ministry fire rapidly engulfed building
A major fire that destroyed the offices of several government ministries in December 2024 spread rapidly while firefighters…
VIA operation nets MVR 3.8 million in foreign currency amid illegal trading crackdown
Six Bangladeshi nationals have been arrested at Velana International Airport (VIA) after authorities intercepted them with foreign currency…
25-year-old woman reported missing in Malé, police launch search
Police have appealed for public assistance in locating a 25-year-old Maldivian woman who has been reported missing in…
42-year-old foreign national arrested in child sexual abuse case
A 42-year-old foreign national has been arrested in connection with the alleged sexual abuse of a 16-year-old girl…
From 120 officers to nationwide service: Maldives Police marks 22 years of transformation
The Maldives Police Service is marking 22 years since becoming a separate civilian institution, commemorating more than two…