Four Arrested in Maldives for Fraudulently Draining MVR 63,000 and USD 21,000 from Victim's Account

Four individuals have been arrested by the Maldives Police Service on suspicion of fraudulently draining a large sum of money from a victim's bank account. According to police, the incident occurred on October 24, 2026, when an unknown person contacted the victim, obtained their One-Time Password (OTP) code, and subsequently gained access to the victim's bank account. Through this deceit, the suspects entered the account and stole MVR 63,000 and USD 21,000. The case was reported to the police, who initiated an investigation. Those arrested include Ibrahim Sharif (34), from Fuvahmulah/Dudugan, Golden Gate, G. Atoll; Jina Ahmed (29), from Maathesma, Feliveli, F. Atoll; Ibrahim Muaz (38), from Nazmu, Nilandho, F. Atoll; and Ali Daain (21), from Mattimaradhu, Gan, L. Atoll. Three of the individuals were arrested on October 28, while the fourth was arrested on October 29. When presented to court for detention decisions, Jina Ahmed was ordered to be detained for 10 days, while the other three were ordered to be detained for 15 days. Police are continuing further investigations into the case.