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Police probe sorcery case at Vilufushi café

According to police, a report was filed at midnight last night about items suspected to be used for sorcery being placed in front of a café in Vilufushi.

Anaan Bushry
11 February 2025, MVT 23:24
Th. Vilufuahi. Police are investigating a case of witchcraft at a cafe on the island.-- Photo: Fayaz Moosa - Mihaaru News
Anaan Bushry
11 February 2025, MVT 23:24

Police have begun investigating a case of alleged sorcery targeting a café in Thaa atoll Vilufushi.

According to police, a report was filed at midnight last night about items suspected to be used for sorcery being placed in front of a café in Vilufushi.

While police said that they are investigating the matter, they did not provide further details.

According to posts circulating on social media, CCTV footage from a nearby shop captured someone allegedly performing sorcery near the café. As a result, island residents have taken to social media calling for the person's arrest.

There have been previous cases of sorcery where homes in various islands were searched and some people were arrested. Recently, police also conducted searches of homes in Raa atoll Alifushi and Raa atoll Meedhoo in connection with a sorcery case.

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