Maldives Police Service arrested a man on Wednesday over assaulting another with a sharp object in Kulhudhuffushi City, Haa Dhaalu Atoll.
According to the police, the 28-year-old suspect attacked the victim, a male aged 22, inside a shop.
The victim is currently receiving treatment at Kulhudhuffushi Regional Hospital.
His condition is not serious, per the police.
Further investigation into the attack is underway. The police are yet to disclose additional information.