A man is in critical condition after he was assaulted with a knife and thrown into the ocean.
According to reports, the assault took place aboard a 'dhoni' vessel, and the man was thrown overboard after the attack. The man then swam to Maalhos island where he received help.
Police said they received reports of the incident, and that the victim has now been transported to Male' with their assistance. He is currently being treated at state-run Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH).
The police said they are investigating the incident. No further details were shared.
Maalhos Council said a man who was attacked on the fishing vessel reached the island early Friday. The man was discovered by two locals around 3 am and was taken to the health center for treatment.
The victim is a 26 year old man from Maduvvary island.
