Campaigns warned against targeting police officers
Photos were shared of the opposition candidates shaking hands with policemen.
17 Aug 2018, 9:00 AM
Campaign activities targeted at police officers are “unacceptable,” the Maldives Police Service said Thursday, threatening “legal action” against parties.
Certain individuals have been going to police stations while campaigning for the September 23 presidential election, the police said in a statement, urging political parties not to specifically target police officers.
The warning comes after photos were shared on social media of the opposition candidate Ibrahim Mohamed Solih and running mate Faisal Naseem shaking hands with police officers during campaign visits to islands.
Police officers, who number in the thousands, have the right to vote in the Maldives. Both sides have been making pledges appealing for their vote, most recently concerning unfinished social housing in Hulhumalé.
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