MP arrested for attempting to overthrow government
Police spokesman Ahmed Shifan said the politician was arrested in relation to an ongoing investigation. He did not give further details.
27 Jan 2018, 9:00 AM
Lawmaker Faris Maumoon has been arrested, police confirmed Saturday, days after he was released from custody.
Police spokesman Ahmed Shifan said the politician was arrested in relation to an ongoing investigation. He did not give further details.
Faris’ lawyers told RaajjeTV the charges were attempting to overthrow the government.
The arrest warrant, a copy of which has been seen by the Maldives Independent, says the charges are bribing lawmakers and attempting to overthrow the government with the help of some politicians.
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