The Police Integrity Commission has issued a statement regarding the ongoing protests lead by the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP) acknowledging the patience shown by the police forces in dealing with the protesters.
The commission, mandated to serve as the country’s official police watchdog over the police forces also condemned what it saw as attempts by the protesters to break through police lines and attack security forces.
“We condemn the attacks on the police line in the protests near the parliament and call immediately to cease all such acts. And also, we acknowledge the patience and professionalism of the Maldives police force in controlling the protests,” the statement read.
PIC President Shahindha Ismail stressed the commission was not condemning a particular party in the attacks on police.
The commission also advised the police to maintain their actions within the boundaries of the law and to use necessary force in controlling the protests.
‘We also advice the police to execute their duties in accordance with the law and not to use excessive force in dealing with the protests.’
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