Crime
Drink-driver faces prosecution
Monday February 10, 2020Police has confirmed the driver of the car that was driven off Avarua wharf early yesterday will be prosecuted.
Police driving for zero tolerance alcohol policy
Saturday February 08, 2020Efforts to implement new road safety measures has gained momentum after a roundtable discussion this week.
Cop charged with breaking man’s jaw
Tuesday February 04, 2020Police officer has apologised and offered to pay medical costs for young dad’s wired-up jaw.
Alcohol in most road crashes
Tuesday February 04, 2020The number of reported motor vehicle crashes on Rarotonga dropped last year – but those that happened were more serious.
Woman forgives gunman
Tuesday February 04, 2020A gun-wielding intruder returned to his victim’s house afterwards, and pleaded for her mercy. Now has asked police to drop charges.
Police plan to muffle loud bikes
Monday February 03, 2020The Police Service is to target vehicles that aren’t up to scratch – especially those youth riding motorbikes without a muffler.
Police arrested ‘wrong assailant’
Monday February 03, 2020A homeless drug addict has pleaded guilty to assault after a violent daylight fracas in front of locals and tourists – but witnesses say police charged the wrong man.
Another crash
Friday January 31, 2020Another day, and another youngster hurt in a road crash.
A young boy was involved in an accident yesterday at the Muri main road. Police confirmed he was struck by a tour operator truck driver; the child was still undergoing medical attention last night.
Fourth brawler escapes jail
Friday January 24, 2020A young man has been discharged without conviction after a big drunken brawl between Penrhyn and Pukapuka hostel residents.