Thirteen corrections officers have been arrested on allegations of supplying phones, drugs, and other contraband to inmates, according to a statement released by the police service.
The operation, which led to the arrests, involved officers from various locations. Nine officers were apprehended from K. Maafushi, two from K. Kaashidhoo, one from HA. Utheemu, and one from Malé. Authorities conducted searches of their residences as part of the investigation.
Assistant Commissioner of Police, Chief Superintendent Abdullah Shareef, addressed the media yesterday, disclosing that 18 corrections officers are implicated in the case. He revealed that MVR 73.3 million had been deposited into the accounts of these officers over the past year.
A significant amount of MVR 24 million was deposited into the account of one officer within a single year. The funds were traced back to individuals serving prison sentences, those who have completed their sentences, and others identified by the police as being involved in criminal activities.
This operation underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat corruption and illegal activities within the prison system. The police are continuing their investigation to determine the full extent of the network involved in smuggling contraband into prisons. Further actions and arrests are expected as the investigation progresses.
The operation, which led to the arrests, involved officers from various locations. Nine officers were apprehended from K. Maafushi, two from K. Kaashidhoo, one from HA. Utheemu, and one from Malé. Authorities conducted searches of their residences as part of the investigation.
Assistant Commissioner of Police, Chief Superintendent Abdullah Shareef, addressed the media yesterday, disclosing that 18 corrections officers are implicated in the case. He revealed that MVR 73.3 million had been deposited into the accounts of these officers over the past year.
A significant amount of MVR 24 million was deposited into the account of one officer within a single year. The funds were traced back to individuals serving prison sentences, those who have completed their sentences, and others identified by the police as being involved in criminal activities.
This operation underscores the ongoing efforts by law enforcement to combat corruption and illegal activities within the prison system. The police are continuing their investigation to determine the full extent of the network involved in smuggling contraband into prisons. Further actions and arrests are expected as the investigation progresses.
