Police probe two men being held captive inside a birdcage

Maldives Police Service is probing a case where two people were held captive inside a birdcage.

It can be deduced from a video viral on social media that the birdcage is located at Artificial Beach in Male’ City.

Police confirmed that the incident had been brought to their attention and therefore, are investigating the case.

However, they provided no further details regarding the incident.

As per the video, the two people held captive inside the birdcage were men, but, it is unclear whether they are locals or foreigners. They are partially naked. 

It is likely that the two men were being held captive over money, as one of them is heard saying they will settle the payment once they are freed.