The number of road accidents reported in Male', the bridge and the highway during the first week of this month was slightly lower than the number recorded in the first week of January, according to new police statistics.
From 1–7 February, a total of 63 accidents were reported. During the same period in January, 67 accidents were recorded.
Police data shows that Male' City accounted for the majority of incidents, with 47 accidents, while 16 occurred on the bridge and highway.
The highest number of accidents in a single day was reported on 5 February, with 16 incidents. The first day of the month saw 12 accidents.
Most of the accidents occurred during daytime hours, and motorcycle‑related collisions dominated the week’s reports. Police recorded:
23 motorcycle‑to‑motorcycle collisions  
15 motorcycle‑to‑car collisions  
Several other incidents including hit‑and‑run cases and “fell on own” accidents  
Traffic Statistics | 1–7 February 2026 Malé, Bridge and HighwayA total of 63 road accidents were reported across Malé, the bridge and highway. Malé accounted for the majority of incidents, with 47 reported cases.The highest number of accidents in a single day was recorded on… pic.twitter.com/hi8FLNhgph
— Maldives Police (@PoliceMv) February 10, 2026
In terms of severity, 62 cases resulted in minor injuries, while one accident caused a serious injury.
Police said the data reflects a continuing pattern in which motorcycles are involved in the majority of road incidents in the capital. They urged drivers to strictly follow traffic rules and remain alert, noting that dangerous accidents have occurred recently on both Male' roads and the Sinamale' Bridge, with some resulting in permanent injuries.
According to police, 1,325 cases have been reported to the agency so far this year, with 380 of them being road accidents.
The police have repeatedly stressed the need for safer driving habits, especially as urban congestion and high motorcycle density in the city area continue to contribute to frequent collisions.