Police impose curfew on islanders over spike in crime
The police have imposed a curfew on the island of Kaashidhoo in central Kaafu Atoll and prohibited residents from leaving their homes in the early hours of the morning, citing an increase in theft and vandalism.
15 Aug 2016, 9:00 AM
The police have imposed an indefinite curfew on the island of Kaashidhoo in central Kaafu Atoll and prohibited residents from leaving their homes in the early hours of the morning, citing an increase in theft and vandalism.
“We have noticed that adults and children are awake and out after midnight without anything to do,” the police said in a public announcement on Friday.
“From August 12, 2016, it is forbidden for them to do so. We will be questioning those who are out after 1:00am without a reason. This is meant as a precautionary measure, owing to the recent increase cases of theft and vandalism.”
Individuals found “lurking” after the designated hours will be questioned, the police said.
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