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Speedboats collide, one badly damaged

Mohamed Rehan
17 April 2023, MVT 22:17
One of the speedboats that was involved in Saturday evening's high-speed marine collision-- Photo: Marine Police
Mohamed Rehan
17 April 2023, MVT 22:17

Two speedboats travelling between Malé and Vilimalé collided at great speed on Saturday, causing severe damage to one of the vessels.

Despite the collision, the accident did not cause injuries to anyone on board either vessel.

The Maldives Police Service has also confirmed that the Marine Police were dispatched to the incident spot around 7:45 p.m. on Saturday but did not disclose any other details. Authorities have yet to ascertain the cause of the accident as well.

Pictures shared on social media showed severe damage to the hull of one of the speedboats in Saturday’s accident. Both vessels have now been docked in Vilimalé harbour.

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