Maldives Police Service has revealed that they have found the people who had abused the woman with special needs in Sh. Feydhoo - and tied her to a lamp post.

Speaking to 'One Online', Police confirmed that they have been able to identify who they were, though no arrests have been made regarding the case as of now.

Further details of the people were withheld by the police since the investigation was still ongoing.

In a tweet sent, Gender Minister Shidhatha Shareef revealed that upon learning of the merciless acts against the woman, state had provided her with the necessary protection and assistance. She added that no stone would be left unturned to find those behind this, and to bring them to justice.