Four individuals, including prominent figures from the Maldivian film industry, have been remanded in custody for 15 days following an anti-drug operation conducted by police in Vilimale on 8 October 2026.
The individuals arrested in connection with the case are:
- Shahil Mohamed (42), V. Sinamale 4 3-03, Male
- Mohamed Vishaal (29), Mathimaradhoo. Konkeeliya, L. Gan
- Ismail Jumaih (35), G. Flying Tiger, Male
- Ahmed Azmeel (43), V. Sinamale 4 3-03, Male
Police confirmed that among those detained are well-known local film artists Ahmed Azmeel (Azey), Ismail Jumaih (Juma), and Mohamed Vishaal (Roman). The fourth suspect, Shahil Mohamed, is Azmeel’s younger brother.
According to remand orders issued by the court, all four individuals tested positive for illicit drugs following urine screenings conducted after their arrest. Jumaih’s remand order states that the suspects were taken into custody from his room, where officers discovered drugs kept openly on a table upon entering the premises.
The suspects are under investigation on allegations of drug use, possession, and trafficking.
