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Thursday, December 12, 2024

Maldives boat arrival sparks COVID fear

Queensland Police are investigating the arrival by boat of a group of 20 people into the state from the Maldives.

Police say the vessel arrived at Cairns from the Maldives on Monday, December 21 with 14 guests on board and six crew members.

Fourteen people have been directed into 14-days hotel quarantine in Cairns and are undergoing mandatory COVID-19 testing.

Six crew members remain on board the vessel for marine safety and have been directed to self-isolate, Police said.

“As the investigation is ongoing, the QPS is unable to provide further details about the matter,” QPS said.

If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting.

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