Second Suspect Arrested in Vacoas Machete Murder of Selven Iyempermal
Ridwaan Bauluck has been arrested by the MCIT as the second suspect in the murder of Selven Iyempermal, who died on 28 October after a violent attack.
Mauritius police have arrested a second suspect in connection with the murder of Selven Iyempermal, a case that has drawn significant attention since the victim succumbed to his injuries on 28 October, the day after he was attacked.
The suspect, identified as Ridwaan Bauluck, was arrested by the Major Crime Investigation Team, known as the MCIT. This is the specialised unit within the Mauritius Police Force responsible for investigating serious offences including murder and organised crime.
The arrest follows an earlier detention of Imtiyaz Chady, 35, a resident of Rose-Hill, who was identified as the first suspect in the case. Chady's arrest marked the opening move in what appears to be a broader investigation involving multiple individuals.
As part of the ongoing inquiry, police also carried out a raid at Centre Abass, a premises located in Vacoas, a town in the Plaines Wilhems district in the central part of Mauritius. The nature of what investigators were searching for at that location has not been officially confirmed, but the operation signals that authorities believe the crime may have wider connections.
Selven Iyempermal was attacked on 27 October and was unable to survive his wounds, dying the following day. The case has been classified as murder, and the MCIT has been leading the investigation since.
The MCIT typically handles cases that go beyond the capacity of divisional police stations, bringing together detectives with expertise in complex and violent crime. Their involvement in this case underlines the seriousness with which authorities are treating the circumstances surrounding Iyempermal's death.
What this means: With two suspects now in custody and a police raid already carried out at a named premises in Vacoas, the investigation appears to be moving quickly. Authorities have not yet disclosed the full details of the alleged roles played by each suspect, and further arrests have not been ruled out. The case is likely to proceed to the District Court for initial hearings before being referred to the Intermediate or Supreme Court, depending on the charges formally laid.
Source: Le Defi Media
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the MCIT in Mauritius?β
The MCIT, or Major Crime Investigation Team, is a specialised unit of the Mauritius Police Force tasked with investigating serious crimes such as murder, kidnapping and organised criminal activity. It operates across the island and is called in when cases exceed the resources of local police divisions.
What happened to Selven Iyempermal?β
Selven Iyempermal was attacked on 27 October and died from his injuries the following day, 28 October. His death was classified as murder, triggering an MCIT investigation that has so far led to the arrest of two suspects, including Ridwaan Bauluck and Imtiyaz Chady of Rose-Hill.
What is Centre Abass in Vacoas?β
Centre Abass is a premises located in Vacoas, a town in the Plaines Wilhems district of central Mauritius. Police raided the location as part of the investigation into the murder of Selven Iyempermal, though authorities have not publicly detailed what was sought or found there.
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