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Altercation at Velana International Airport leaves many injured

According to the police, the incident occurred among expatriates involved in the construction of the new VIA terminal.

Malika Shahid
03 April 2025, MVT 19:59
Injured being rushed to Hulhumale' Hospita last night
Malika Shahid
03 April 2025, MVT 19:59

An altercation broke out last night at Velana International Airport (VIA) involving expatriate employees working at the airport terminal, leaving several people injured.

According to the police, the incident occurred among expatriates involved in the construction of the new VIA terminal.

While the exact number of injured individuals remains unclear, the police confirmed that the injured were treated at Hulhumale' Hospital and Tree Top Hospital.

A spokesperson from Hulhumale' Hospital told Mihaaru News that 10 individuals had received medical attention at the hospital. However, he said that none of them sustained serious injuries.

"There were various injuries, but no one was critically hurt," he stated. He added that the injured included Chinese and Arab workers.

It is not yet known how many individuals sought treatment at Tree Top Hospital. The cause of the altercation remains unclear, and police have launched an investigation into the incident.

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