Youth arrested for assault in Male' cafe remanded for 16 days

A 19-year-old man has been arrested and remanded for 16 days in connection with an assault and intimidation incident at a cafe in Male'. The suspect, identified as Ifhaam Ahmed from Ga. Maamendhoo, Ifan, was produced before the Criminal Court on Tuesday. Police accuse him of assault, intimidation, and criminal coercion. The court ordered the remand, citing that the suspect posed a risk to society if released. The court noted that police have gathered substantial evidence against the suspect, including statements from the victims and witnesses, medical reports, photographs of injuries, and CCTV footage. The suspect has denied the charges.