Bangladeshi national dies after vessel runs aground in Kaashidhoo lagoon

A Bangladeshi man who went missing after a cargo boat ran aground in Kaashidhoo lagoon last night has been found dead.

Police identified the deceased as Md Alamgir, 30, a Bangladeshi national. He was discovered in the lagoon during a joint search operation by the Maldives National Defence Force (MNDF) and police.

He was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Kaashidhoo Health Centre.

The vessel, “Faisala”, was en route to Kaashidhoo from the southern side of the island when it ran aground around 7:52 pm last night, police said.

There were 11 people on board, including five locals and six foreigners.

Authorities have advised vessels in the area to exercise caution, as much of the cargo has drifted into the sea following the incident.