Criminal Court has ordered a 5-day remand for the third suspect arrested in relation to the attacks on the off-duty officers.

Maldives Police Service (MPS) had previously arrested a 20-year-old and an 18-year-old near Euro Store, Majeedhee Magu, while trying to flee after the attack. Both the individuals were placed under remand until the case is over.

MPS arrested a third suspect - a 20-year-old - on Monday under a court order.

Criminal Court ordered a 5-day remand for the man who hails from AA. Maalhos.

Commissioner of Police, Mohamed Hameed had previously said that the individuals who attacked the off-duty officers belong to a gang that operates in Henveiru.