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Police probe foreigner over tearing of Maldivian banknote

The Maldives Police Service is investigating a foreign national filmed tearing an MVR 5 banknote in a video shared on TikTok. Police confirmed the inquiry is underway but disclosed no further details about the individual or any legal action.

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