The court ordered Shafeeq to be remanded in custody for seven days, stating that he may pose a danger to society.
A man has been arrested for allegedly threatening to stab his mother and younger sibling if they refused to give him money.
Mohamed Shafeeq, a resident of Male' was arrested in connection with the case.
Police found two knives in Shafeeq's room during the investigation.
The court ordered Shafeeq to be remanded in custody for seven days, stating that he may pose a danger to society.
Cases involving drug related violence, including theft of money and valuables from family members, are frequently reported to the police.
Some perpetrators have been convicted of domestic violence against their parents.
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