Malé, Maldives – June 12, 2025:

The Presidential Commission investigating the fall of 21-year-old Yumnu Rasheed has released its final report, concluding that her fall from H. Fentony House was neither a result of foul play nor a suicide attempt. The commission ruled that the fall was accidental, based on forensic evidence and hours of CCTV analysis.

According to the report, Yumnu Rasheed and Ahmed Raud Zilaal had attended a drug-fueled party where they were joined by Yoosuf Yassar and Aminath Junaina. The group later went to Yassar’s apartment after Raud and Yassar were seen exchanging partners and engaging in intimate behavior. The four were later seen roaming the city before Yumnu and Raud entered H. Fentony House together.

CCTV footage shows Yumnu and Raud making out in the stairway of the building. The commission interviewed more than 69 individuals and reviewed extensive footage, but Yumnu Rasheed declined to speak with investigators.

Despite the lack of a direct account from Yumnu, the commission stated there is no evidence suggesting she was pushed or that her fall was the result of a suicide attempt. The fall, they concluded, was accidental.

The report also sheds light on concerning behavior by Raud Ahmed Zilaal and his brother Daud Ahmed, a former Under Secretary at the President’s Office. Raud initially cooperated with investigators but changed his statement after meeting Daud and several of his friends. He later claimed he did not remember what had happened.

Daud told the commission he did not contact any senior government officials or try to influence the investigation. However, testimony from Home Minister Ali Ihusan contradicts this, revealing that Daud had contacted and texted the minister multiple times. The commission concluded that Daud lied under oath and recommended further investigation into his actions.

The report also highlighted serious lapses in the initial police investigation, criticizing it as careless and lacking in diligence.

Raud Ahmed Zilaal has been charged with failing to assist a person in danger without valid reason—a charge that carries a sentence of one month and six days. As he has already served 34 days in remand, he may only serve two additional days if convicted. He is currently under house arrest.

The findings have reignited concerns over police accountability and political interference in high-profile investigations.