Authorities intercept major drug trafficking and money laundering network in Fuvahmulah

In a press release today, police said that under its Operation Veshi Rakkal searches of 4,048 locations resulted in the arrest of 1,147 individuals. Of these, 58 people have been arrested, 75 cases have been investigated, and 65 forwarded to the Prosecution.

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Ahmed Niushad (R) and Hassan Azim who were arrested on allegations of drug trafficking and money laundering -- Photo: Police

Malika Shahid

2024-12-10 15:02:08

Maldives Police Service has arrested two individuals in Fuvahmulah as part of an investigation into drug trafficking and money laundering activities, revealing transactions worth millions in their bank accounts.

In a press release today, police said that under its Operation Veshi Rakkal [Safe Community], which began on January 14 has involved searches of 4,048 locations which resulted in the arrest of 1,147 individuals. Out of these, 58 people have been arrested, and 75 cases have been investigated, with 65 forwarded to the Prosecutor General's Office for prosecution.

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