Maldives Police Service has stated that Ismail Hammad's DNA matched with the child of the girl who gave birth at 13 years, and that there was enough evidence to prosecute Hammad.

Speaking during a press conference held today, Superintendent of Police Hassan Haneef said that 14 individuals have been questioned over the case. As such, the mother of the 13 year old along with others with reasonable information regarding the situation has been questioned as well.

He added that while the Police is investigating the case further with the discussions and advise by the Prosecutor General's Office, Hammad had been arrested under a court order yesterday.

He also went on to reveal that so far, after interrogating the mother of the child and various other individuals close to the situation, they have not been able to prove that the child was married off to anyone. However the evidence collected in the case so far is grounds enough to prosecute Hammad, according to Haneef.

Hammad was treated for several injuries after being stabbed on November 22. He was injured after a difference of opinion within his group of religious extremists and was later brought to capital Male' City for further treatment. He was arrested after being discharged from the Hospital.