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Mamy Ravatomanga Detained at Melrose Prison

Mamy Ravatomanga Detained at Melrose Prison

Mamy Ravatomanga was taken to Melrose Prison in the afternoon of Tuesday, December 2, 2025. His detention follows his arrest by the Financial Crimes Commission on Friday, October 24.

Mamy Ravatomanga had not been placed in a cell for 39 days since his arrest due to health reasons. On December 2, he underwent a series of medical examinations at Victoria Hospital and Brown Séquard Psychiatric Hospital. After receiving medical clearance, he was detained at Melrose Prison.

The Malagasy businessman faces three preliminary charges: two for money laundering and one for conspiracy. The Financial Crimes Commission (FCC) accuses him of misappropriating Rs 6.4 billion and Rs 858 million to Mauritius, which allegedly stem from illegal activities. He is also accused of colluding with David Jean Christian, Nasser Osman Beekhy, and Me Junaid Haroon Fakim, the former FCC commissioner, to commit an influence peddling offense in relation to the FCC investigation.

Mamy Ravatomanga arrived in Mauritius on a private jet from the Sodiat Group, landing on the night of October 11, while accompanying former Prime Minister Christian Ntsay. The arrival of this jet sparked controversy and an airport police investigation.

The businessman was interrogated by the FCC in the presence of his treating doctors from Premium Care Clinic. He was subsequently brought before the court and held for investigation purposes, but very few interrogation sessions have occurred since. Due to health concerns, Mamy Ravatomanga has been under observation at Dr A. G. Jeetoo Hospital and later at Premium Care Clinic in Phoenix.

On Friday, November 7, while he was supposed to be detained at Vacoas Detention Centre, Mamy Ravatomanga was taken to Victoria Hospital after complaining about his health upon arrival at the detention centre. He was later transferred to the Coronary Care Unit at Victoria Hospital.

Dev Jokhoo, Commissioner of Prisons, stated that Maminiana Ravatomanga is being held in the Marygold Unit at Melrose Prison. Upon arrival on Tuesday, he was examined by prison doctors and all formalities were completed according to standards. Jokhoo noted that Mamy Ravatomanga is in good spirits.

Mamy Ravatomanga is in the Marygold Unit, where other foreign nationals are detained, but no other Malagasy individuals. "Mamy Ravatomanga is under 24/7 video surveillance," the commissioner stated.

Regarding his medical treatment, Dev Jokhoo assured that necessary arrangements have been made for Mamy Ravatomanga to receive the required care. "In any case, we have a nurse who is present near his cell at all times," he emphasized.

Here’s the timeline of Mamy Ravatomanga's transfer from Victoria Hospital to Melrose Prison:

  • 8:30 AM: Mamy leaves Ward 16 of Victoria Hospital under escort from the FCC, SSU, and Traffic Branch, heading to Beau-Bassin.
  • 9:00 - 9:40 AM: The businessman is examined at Brown Séquard Hospital, attended by FCC officials, regular police, and SSU.
  • 9:45 AM: Mamy Ravatomanga leaves Brown Séquard Hospital in a FCC van, heading to Victoria Hospital in Candos as psychiatric doctors recommended further medical examinations.
  • 10:00 AM: At Victoria Hospital, he is taken to the neurology department for observation and various tests. His relatives, including his daughter and son-in-law, were present to check on his health.
  • 10:25 AM: The billionaire is examined by a neurologist and a general practitioner at Victoria Hospital.
  • 10:45 AM: Mamy Ravatomanga undergoes carotid examinations at the X-Ray department of Victoria Hospital.
  • 11:20 AM: After completing the examination, he returns to his room while waiting for the doctors’ reports.
  • 12:05 PM: The doctors determine that Mamy Ravatomanga is fit to be transferred to prison.
  • 1:30 PM: As arrangements are being made for the businessman’s placement in a cell at Melrose Prison, the comings and goings of his relatives and legal team did not go unnoticed at Victoria Hospital.
  • 2:20 PM: Lawyer Joy Beeharry arrives at the hospital. A FCC team also arrives to finalize administrative procedures for Mamy Ravatomanga's transfer. He then gets into a FCC SUV, escorted by SSU officers. Two police motorcyclists ensure smooth traffic flow. Relatives of the Malagasy billionaire also follow the procession to Melrose Prison.
  • 2:55 PM: Mamy Ravatomanga arrives at Melrose Prison. Procedures for his detention are finalized. The prison is informed about his health status and prescribed medications are handed over to the prison authorities. Guards will provide the medications to the inmate at designated times.