Man who attacked Ali Solih remanded for 15 days

The individual who attacked the State Minister for Environment, Climate and Technology as well as the chief spokesperson of Jumhoory party (JP) Ali Solih has been remanded for 15 days.

Media official from Police revealed to Sun that the 43-year-old man arrested in connection to the case was remanded for 15 days by Hulhumale Court.

The man had attacked Solih with a sharp-edged weapon.

Reportedly, he attempted to stab Solih on the back of his neck and slashed his left hand when he lifted his hand to protect himself.

He was taken to the hospital to treat the injuries.

Sun has been informed the suspect is the same man who barged into the Salman Mosque back in July wearing clothing with the logo of the terror organization Islamic State and disrupted Friday prayers. He was arrested by police and released the same day.

He was also seen by multiple witnesses, including reporters, threatening two traffic police officers in Majeedhee Magu on Saturday night.