A man has been arrested in HA. Dhidhdhoo in an operation targeting the use, possession and trafficking of narcotics.
The individual arrested in connection with the case has been identified as Abdhul Hannaan Adam (60), of M. Maahal, Malé.
The arrest was made on 13 November 2026 during a joint operation conducted by the Counter Narcotics Intelligence and HA Atoll Police.
During the operation, officers stopped and searched the man near the official staircase on the southern side of the HA. Dhidhdhoo harbour. Police discovered three rubber packets containing suspected narcotics, with a preliminary total weight of 53.2 grams.
Following his presentation before the court for a decision on his remand, he was ordered to be remanded in custody for 15 days.
Police are continuing their investigation into the case.
