Maldives Police Service has said that a sexual assault of a child in Addu City us being investigated.

Police Media Officer said that a case of a sexual assault of a 16-year-old was reported in Addu City was reported yesterday and so an investigation is underway.

Speaking to ONE Online, the Mayor of Addu City Council, Ali Nizaaru, said that a case of a police officer assaulting a child is underway at Addu City. However, no further details can be offered as the case is being investigated by the Police.