Police stated that all four individuals arrested in connection with the incident where a speeding motorcycle intentionally hit a police officer on duty managing traffic on the Sinamalé Bridge highway have tested positive for drugs.
Arrested in connection with this case were the two individuals on the motorcycle that hit the police officer, along with two individuals arrested under suspicion of having a connection with them.
The four individuals are:
- Ahmed Maaish Mohamed Mahir, Fenivaa, S. Hithadhoo
- Anoof bin Mohamed, H. Filmysite
- Abdulla Sammaah Hassan Sodhiq, Uddhandhimaage, Hd. Kulhudhuffushi
- Ahmed Sinaaz, Mala, K. Gaafaru
When brought to the Criminal Court today to decide on their remand, all four were granted 5-day remand. A short remand period was imposed because, according to the court order, all four individuals requested the opportunity for legal representation.
During the remand hearing, police stated that while speeding and driving dangerously on the highway, the motorcycle hit the VCP barricade set up by the police and struck a police officer present there, causing serious injuries to the officer.
Police also stated that the preliminary urine results of all four individuals tested positive for drugs.
In a statement released today regarding the matter, Police Commissioner Ahmed Mohamed stated that this was an intentional act carried out with the objective of obstructing the special operation currently being conducted by the police against those who operate vehicles dangerously on the roads, psychologically weakening the police officers involved in this work, and forcing them back.
In the CP's statement, he said that as a result of being hit by the motorcycle speeding, the police officer's mouth was split open, in addition to suffering broken teeth and severe injuries, and that he is receiving treatment at ADK Hospital.
The CP said he gives full assurance that they will remain steadfast without faltering against physical and psychological intimidation targeted at police while fulfilling the legal duties entrusted to police to take legal action against those driving vehicles dangerously in a manner that disrupts road safety and creates public fear, and to ensure public safety and security.
At the same time, the CP said he gives full assurance that this operation will continue without interruption, without faltering against such actions carried out to obstruct in various ways and halt the work of the police.
According to the CP, legal actions that can be taken against those who commit such acts will be further tightened within legal frameworks.
