A significant number of students at Addu Police College have been hospitalized following a suspected poisoning incident. According to reports, numerous students from the Addu Police Academy were admitted to Equatorial Hospital in Addu, sparking an investigation into the cause of the incident.

Local police authorities have initiated an inquiry into the matter, collaborating closely with hospital officials to determine the exact cause of the poisoning. Initial suspicions suggest that the students may have fallen victim to food poisoning, although this has yet to be officially confirmed.

As of the latest updates, 32 police trainees from Addu Police College are currently undergoing medical treatment at Equatorial Hospital. While some students have been discharged after receiving necessary medical attention, others remain under observation, with five students reportedly in the intensive care unit (ICU). Regrettably, one student is reported to be in critical condition.

Authorities from Equatorial Hospital have assured the public that all patients are now in stable condition and receiving appropriate care.

These affected students are part of the upcoming batch slated to commence basic police training next Saturday, raising concerns over the incident's potential impact on their training schedule and overall well-being.

Further details are awaited as the investigation into this unfortunate incident at Addu Police College continues.