Woman Found Carrying Gun Remanded for 15 More Days Due to Inconsistent Statements

The Criminal Court has extended the detention of Aishath Shamuna, a 35-year-old woman from Maabaidhoo, Laamu Atoll, by an additional 15 days. Shamuna was initially arrested on the 25th of last month on suspicion of committing an act harmful to public interest after being found carrying a gun in a public place. According to the court order issued by the Criminal Court today, the extension is due to inconsistencies between the statements made by the accused and the testimony provided during the investigation. The court noted that sufficient evidence has been presented against her, including statements from police officers who visited the scene. Her original 15-day detention period was extended, and her current detention will expire on Tuesday, the 24th of this month.