Police Seek Legal Action Against Supply Boat That Fled Collision Scene Near Galufalhu
According to the MNDF, the two crew members sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH).
Police are seeking legal action against a supply boat that left the scene following a collision near K. Galufalhu yesterday morning, an incident that left two people injured.
The accident was reported to police at around 6:19 am yesterday, involving a speedboat travelling in the area near Galufalhu. There were two people on board at the time of the collision.
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The injured individuals—a 38-year-old Maldivian male who was the speedboat captain and a Bangladeshi male crew member—were taken to Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH) for treatment. The vessel was later brought to Male’ Jetty No. 1.
Police initially launched an investigation into the cause of the incident and later identified the other vessel involved as a supply dhoni. According to investigators, the dhoni left the scene without stopping after the collision.
Authorities have confirmed that the matter is being treated as a separate offence in relation to the failure to stop and remain at the scene. Legal action is now being pursued as part of the ongoing investigation.
The hospital has since informed police that the condition of both injured individuals is now stable.
