Police probe ex-husband threat and coach assault cases
Maldives Police are investigating two separate cases: a man threatened to sell his ex-wife in Hulhumale', and Volleyball Association head coach Sofwan Ahmed is accused of sexually assaulting a female player. No arrests have been made in either case, and police state the first case involves no sexual abuse or human trafficking.
Maldives Police are investigating two separate cases: a man threatened to sell his ex-wife in Hulhumale', and Volleyball Association head coach Sofwan Ahmed is accused of sexually assaulting a female player. No arrests have been made in either case, and police state the first case involves no sexual abuse or human trafficking.
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“Police have launched investigations into a case where a man reportedly threatened to 'sell' his ex-wife to another person.”
“News Police investigate Volleyball Association coach Sofwan for alleged sexual assault Jan 13, 2026, 5:44 AM Photo: Adhadhu Police have begun investigating sexual assault allegations against the Volleyball Association of Maldives (VAM) head coach Sofwan Ahmed.”
“Maldives Police are investigating two separate cases: a man threatened to sell his ex-wife in Hulhumale', and Volleyball Association head coach Sofwan Ahmed is accused of sexually assaulting a female player.”
Complaint lodged at Hulhumale' Phase 2 Police Station regarding a man threatening to sell his ex-wife; police begin investigation.
Police confirm investigation into sexual assault allegations against VAM coach Sofwan Ahmed; both cases reported in media.
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Maldives Police Service
Conducting investigations into both cases.
Sofwan Ahmed
VAM head coach accused of sexually assaulting a female player.
Volleyball Association of Maldives (VAM)
Employer of the accused coach; relevant to the sports context.
Hulhumale' Phase 2 Police Station
Where complaint was lodged in the threat case.
Ex-husband (unidentified)
Suspect in the threat case, allegedly threatened to sell ex-wife.
Ex-wife (unidentified)
Victim in the threat case.
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