Amid mounting concern over the release of a grandfather accused of sexually assaulting his 13-year-old grandchild, Home Minister Ali Ihsan emphasized that the decision rested with the courts, not the government.
The statement from Minister Ihsan came following a controversial incident in Th. Veymandoo, where a 69-year-old grandfather accused of molesting his grandchild was released on conditions by the local magistrate's court.
In response to public outcry, the prosecutor's office swiftly announced plans to appeal the court's decision, underlining the ongoing legal efforts to ensure accountability for such grave offenses.
Addressing criticism over the release, Minister Ihsan stressed that the authority to release or detain individuals pending investigation or trial lies solely with the courts of the Maldives. He underscored the importance of delineating responsibilities within the separate branches of government.
"A few days ago, a man in custody on charges of sexual assault of a child was released by the court. That decision is a court decision. It is not a government decision. The prosecutor is going to appeal that decision," Minister Ihsan stated.
Meanwhile, President Muizzu echoed sentiments condemning the release of individuals accused or convicted of child sexual abuse, emphasizing the government's unwavering commitment to ensuring justice and protection for victims. The President's remarks underscored the gravity of the issue and the urgent need for concerted efforts to address and prevent such egregious crimes in society.
The statement from Minister Ihsan came following a controversial incident in Th. Veymandoo, where a 69-year-old grandfather accused of molesting his grandchild was released on conditions by the local magistrate's court.
In response to public outcry, the prosecutor's office swiftly announced plans to appeal the court's decision, underlining the ongoing legal efforts to ensure accountability for such grave offenses.
Addressing criticism over the release, Minister Ihsan stressed that the authority to release or detain individuals pending investigation or trial lies solely with the courts of the Maldives. He underscored the importance of delineating responsibilities within the separate branches of government.
"A few days ago, a man in custody on charges of sexual assault of a child was released by the court. That decision is a court decision. It is not a government decision. The prosecutor is going to appeal that decision," Minister Ihsan stated.
Meanwhile, President Muizzu echoed sentiments condemning the release of individuals accused or convicted of child sexual abuse, emphasizing the government's unwavering commitment to ensuring justice and protection for victims. The President's remarks underscored the gravity of the issue and the urgent need for concerted efforts to address and prevent such egregious crimes in society.
