A 33-year-old man, Adam Mohamed from Haa Dhaalu atoll Kulhudhuffushi, was arrested in Male’ after being caught stealing expensive mobile phones from a house. Surveillance footage showed Mohamed breaking into the home and taking two high-end phones.
When police arrived to arrest him, Mohamed attempted to evade capture by hiding in a closet and covering his head with a black bag. Despite his efforts, law enforcement apprehended him at the scene.
During his court appearance, Mohamed chose to remain silent and declined to offer any defense, stating, “Please hurry up… will use my right to remain silent.” The court has remanded him into custody for 15 days while investigations continue.