Three Police Officers Awarded Gold Life-Saving Medal for Rescue of Eight from Capsized Vessel Near Ka. Gaafaru

Three police officers who took part in rescuing people stranded at sea after the vessel "Hawks Voyage" capsized and sank while travelling near Ka. Gaafaru have been awarded the gold life-saving medal. The medals were presented at a ceremony held at the Police Headquarters, Shaheed Hussain Adam Building, by Commissioner of Police Ahmed Mohamed. The gold life-saving medal was awarded to Senior Sergeant Ahmed Aamir (service number: 2245), Constable Mohamed Lahfan (service number: 6279) and Constable Ali Zidan (service number: 5852). The incident occurred on the morning of last July 31 at around 08:50. The capsized vessel sank near Ka. Gaafaru, and the 10 people who had been travelling on board became stranded at sea. Through the courageous efforts of the three police officers to rescue them from the rough sea, 8 of the people stranded at sea were saved. Speaking at the ceremony, Commissioner of Police Ahmed Mohamed highlighted the courage and dedication expected of police in situations that threaten life. He also praised and thanked the officers for the courage they demonstrated in the work of saving people. In addition, the Commissioner noted the importance of working together when facing such challenges and of always being in a state of operational readiness. He reaffirmed the commitment of the Maldives Police to always save lives and ensure public safety, and said that honouring officers who demonstrate exemplary courage and integrity in carrying out their duties is a matter to which the institution always attaches great importance.