Man who obstructed Friday prayer at Salman Mosque released from custody

The man who was arrested this afternoon for obstructing congregational Friday prayer at King Salman Mosque has been released from custody.

A Police Spokesperson identified the man as a 43-year-old Maldivian.

Underscoring that the man is a mental health patient – the Police said that he has now been handed over to his family.

As the Imam geared up to deliver the Friday sermon – the man had gotten up on the minbar, vigorously shouting. He was wearing a black jubbah, containing the logo of the terrorist organization, Islamic State (IS).

He was stopped by MNDF officers and worshippers that were in the mosque for Friday prayers.