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Authorities place Hishan under travel ban amidst investigation

Shahudha Mohamed
02 February 2020, MVT 15:49
Human rights activist Ahmed Hishan. Authorities withheld his passport regarding an investigation into him by Maldives Police Service. PHOTO: SOCIAL MEDIA
Shahudha Mohamed
02 February 2020, MVT 15:49

Local media Mihaaru reported on Monday that authorities withheld the passport of Ahmed Hishan, a prominent figure well-known for his humanitarian services.

Hishan was summoned to Maldives Police Service after he was apprehended on a Sri Lankan Airlines flight, shortly before take-off, last Friday.

According to Police, authorities are conducting an investigation into a case lodged against Hishan. However, further details were not revealed.

Following the summons to the police station, Hishan tweeted that he was "receiving full cooperation from the Police" but refrained from making any comments about the allegations against him.

Various accusations have been raised against Hishan on social media including paedophilia and child abuse. Some victims also shared their experiences online, adding that others had given official statements as well.

Recently, Hishan tweeted on multiple occasions that he was receiving threats, and expressed his wish to leave the country due to the warnings and intimidation.

Although Police stated that they were investigating these threats, authorities later revealed that Hishan refused to disclose any details about the threats such as his location at the time, or the perpetrators issuing them.

Hishan, who was also the former Disability Ambassador, is hailed by many as a hero and humanitarian for his efforts to improve the quality of life for those requiring financial and medical aid. The state also awarded him the National Award in the area of social services.

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