Detainee apprehended after jumping into sea to flee custody

Police have apprehended a suspect who jumped into the sea to flee custody during his transfer to Atholhu Vehi.

A Police Spokesperson said a suspect in their custody attempted to flee custody during his transfer to Atholhu Vehi at approximately 4:00pm this evening. The suspect jumped off the vessel he was aboard, the spokesperson said.

Police said he was caught at sea and apprehended.

They identified the suspect as a 42-year-old Maldivian man.

Videos circulating on social media show the Police apprehending the man and taking him back into their custody.