The family of Zakiyya Moosa, 50, who was found dead on Noonu Holhudhoo island in September last year, has appealed for an independent inquiry into her death.
In a statement today, the family accused the police of cover-ups and negligence in the investigation.
The family wants the police to be isolated from the investigation, conduct an inquiry into the police investigation and establish a commission to investigate her death.
Zakiyyaa was a native of Holhudhoo island. She was found dead with stab wounds to the neck on the morning of September 10, 2024.
Police said Zakiyya had three deep wounds on her right side, two deep wounds on her left side and one shallow wound in the middle of her neck.
However, there were no signs of any other injuries and no signs of an assault at the warehouse where Zakiyya was found dead. The warehouse is located at her home.
Despite questionable circumstances, an autopsy was not done on Zakiyya's body. Home Minister Ali Ihusaan travelled to Holhudhoo island after a series of protests and told the residents it was a wrong decision.
