Crime Trends in the Maldives: Q3 2023
Overview of Crime Statistics
Based on the available data, here are some key statistics and trends for Q3 2023 in the Maldives:
Overall Crime Trends
- Total reported crimes: 14,743
- Total logged cases: 12,177
- Total closed cases: 4,541
- Detained individuals: 2,045 (Male: 1,622; Female: 423)
Distribution of Crimes by Area
Regional Breakdown
- Northern Division: 7,047 (46% of total cases)
- Southern Division: 5,696 (36% of total cases)
- Cities: 4,220 (28% of total cases)
Age and Sex Distribution of Victims
- Children (Male): 107
- Children (Female): 44
- Adults (Male): 1,622
- Adults (Female): 423
Cases by Type
Top Offenses
- Threats: 543 (4%)
- Pornography: 139 (1%)
- Blackmail: 214 (2%)
- Domestic Violence: 20 (0.14%)
- Assault: 215 (1.5%)
Drugs-related Offenses
- Cannabis: 348.9g
- Cocaine: 12g
- Heroin: 1,750g
- Others: 3,474g
Detained Individuals by Area and Sex
Regional Breakdown by Sex
- Northern Division (Male): 1,622
- Southern Division (Male): 423
- Cities (Male): 1,620
- Northern Division (Female): 393
- Southern Division (Female): 301
- Cities (Female): 10