Noonu atoll drug bust: 8 locations and a catamaran searched, 2 arrested

Eight properties and a catamaran were searched on Tuesday, leading to the arrest of two individuals suspected of drug-related offenses.

The arrested individuals are two young men from Velidhoo, Noonu Atoll, aged 30 and 29. Both face charges of drug possession, trafficking, and use.

This operation was a collaborative effort between the Drug Enforcement, Counter Narcotics Intelligence, and the Noonu Atoll Police. The search encompassed seven houses in Velidhoo, one in Miladhoo, and a catamaran anchored near Fodhdhoo.

Police reported the recovery of 11.66 grams of suspected drugs and over MVR 10,500 in cash from the searched locations. However, the specific locations where these items were found were not disclosed.

The 30-year-old suspect has been remanded for five days, and the 29-year-old for seven days.

The police are continuing their investigation into the incident.