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Man found dead in parked vehicle in Male'

Nov 9, 2026, 1:42 PM

Forensic police at a crime scene. -- Adhadhu File Photo

A man was found dead today inside a pickup truck parked in Husainee Goalhi, Malé.

Police stated that the 41-year-old man was found unresponsive inside the vehicle. He was pronounced dead upon arrival at Indira Gandhi Memorial Hospital (IGMH).

"Police received a report at approximately 09:17 am on November 9, 2026, regarding an unconscious man inside a pickup truck parked in Husainee Goalhi. The hospital has confirmed that the individual was already deceased when brought to IGMH," a police spokesperson said.

Authorities have not yet confirmed any suspicious circumstances surrounding the death. Police noted that the case is currently under investigation.

Male IGMH Police Husainee Goalhi

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