A 25-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a death threat made against President Dr Mohamed Muizzu on social media.

According to police, the suspect, identified as Maseeh Moosa, was taken into custody under a court order, and his mobile phone has been seized as part of the ongoing investigation.

The threat reportedly followed the circulation of a newspaper article on social media, which detailed President Dr Muizzu’s recent proposal to introduce capital punishment for drug trafficking. In response, a Facebook user identified as Maseeh Moosa allegedly posted a comment containing obscene language and making a threat to the President’s life. A screenshot of the post has since been widely shared online, prompting public concern and calls for accountability.

The Maldives Police Service confirmed that the case is under investigation.