Five Injured in Speedboat Collision Near K. Thulusdhoo

Five people sustained injuries and were evacuated to the capital after two speedboats collided near K. Thulusdhoo last night.

According to the Marine Police, the maritime accident occurred around 7:19 PM near the Thulusdhoo channel. Emergency response vessels and Marine Police units were dispatched to the site shortly after the incident was reported.

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Preliminary assessments from the scene indicated that at least two individuals sustained severe injuries, including one person who suffered a broken leg.

The Maldives Police Service subsequently confirmed that a total of five individuals were hurt in the collision. The victims were initially rushed to the Thulusdhoo Health Centre for immediate medical stabilisation and triage.

Working in coordination with the Thulusdhoo Police Station, the Marine Police later transferred all five individuals to Malé for further specialised hospital treatment.

Authorities have initiated an investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision.