MDP National Council member Hussain arrested for failing to obey police order

Main opposition Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)’s National Council member Hussain Hassan has been arrested for allegedly failing to obey a police order during a counter-narcotics operation and taking pictures.

Police said Hussain was arrested after being cautioned for forcing his way into the scene of a counter-narcotics operation and taking photos in a manner that obstructed officers from their responsibilities.

In this regard, Police added that he had ignored the caution and attempted to take photos of the evidence at the scene.

As such, the Police said he was arrested on suspicion of failing to obey a police order and obstruction of justice.

MDP has called to release Hussain. The party, via a post on X, said excessive force was used during his arrest and called on authorities to stop intimidating political figures.

Hussain, who previously worked as a journalist, represents Villingili constituency in MDP’s National Council.