Journalists questioned for reporting prisoner statements
Mihaaru and Avas both said that police officers went to their offices, asking about a statement from Ahmed Adeeb.
01 Feb 2018, 9:00 AM
Police are questioning Maldivian journalists for covering statements by the jailed former vice president, days after prison authorities threatened legal action against media if they reported prisoner remarks.
It follows a notice from the Maldives Correctional Service (MCS) earlier in the week, saying it will take legal action against those responsible for publicising and publishing prisoner comments.
Avas said a police team went to their office without prior notice and that the officers asked how the statement was obtained.
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