Crime Statistics in the Maldives: Q2 2023 Report

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The following report provides a breakdown of crime statistics for the Maldives Police Service during the second quarter (Q2) of 2023.

Physical Assault

• Hulhumale: 22 reported cases of physical assault were recorded.
• Male City: The majority of assaults occurred in Male City, with 53 reported cases.

Drugs

Seized Drugs

• Cannabis: 2.6 kg
• Cocaine: 12.19 g
• Heroin: 17.1 g
• Others: 5.7 g

Total Drug-Related Cases

A total of 262 drug-related cases were reported in Male City.

Crime Statistics by Area

The following statistics are organized by area:

Northern Division

• Reported Cases: 115
• Logged Cases: 108
• Closed Cases: 485
• Detained Individuals:
  • Foreign Nationals: 4,371
  • Locals: 1,174

Southern Division

• Reported Cases: 42
• Logged Cases: 43
• Closed Cases: 335
• Detained Individuals:
  • Foreign Nationals: 3,717
  • Locals: 418

Crime Statistics by City/Atoll

The following statistics are organized by city/atoll:

Male City

• 262 reported cases, with 79% of cases falling under the Northern Division and 21% under the Southern Division.

Other Cities/Atolls

• Kulhudhuffushi City: 3 reported cases
• Fuvahmulah City: 7 reported cases
• Addu City: 15 reported cases
• Other atolls: 60 reported cases

Crime Statistics by Type

The following statistics are organized by crime type:

Assault-Related Crimes

• 22 reported cases in Hulhumale.

Drugs-Related Crimes

• 262 reported cases in Male City, with a total of 2.6 kg of cannabis, 12.19 g of cocaine, and 17.1 g of heroin seized.