Commissioner of Police (CP) Mohamed Hameed has stated that they have launched a major investigation into the recent incidences of fire in both the capital city Male' and in the atolls.

In a tweet on Monday morning, the CP confirmed that they have launched an investigation into the recent incidences of fire, and had called for public support in the investigation.

The investigation comes right on the heels of a massive fire that burnt down a large portion of Neelan Fihaara, the second-hand market in Male' City on Monday morning. A fire also burnt parts of a building in Fiyoari School in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll on Sunday as well.

The month of December had also seen a fire break out at an accommodation block in Gulhifalhu, as well as a kitchen fire in Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll Gaddhoo which saw a senior citizen succumb to injuries while being treated at the hospital.