Six stolen phones have been confiscated from a 32-year old man from travelling between Hulhumale' and Hulhule'.
Maldives Police Services said a man was pulled over and detained while en route to Hulhule' when he exhibited suspicious behavior early Sunday around 5:00 am. Six mobile phones, a can of body spray and MVR 235 were found when he was searched at police headquarters, said the police.
The police believe the mobile devices belong to foreign expatriates, and said that the authority is working to return the phones to their respective owners.
The police are investigating the case further.
Lately, there has been an increase in robberies, due to which the police have requested the public to be more vigilant.