Crime
Government agencies to fix loopholes after absconded teen incident
Thursday 25 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police says prosecution of absconded teenager’s outstanding matters will continue as scheduled adding failure to appear will result in an application for a bench warrant for arrest.
Justice looking into alleged breach
Wednesday 24 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The Ministry of Justice is looking into the matter of a convicted teenager on probation, who allegedly fled the country last weekend.
Teenager serving probation leaves Rarotonga after ‘police fail to act’
Tuesday 23 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
A teenager has breached the Cook Islands High Court probation conditions by leaving the country onboard an Air New Zealand flight on Saturday.
A Second Chance at life for ex-inmates
Monday 22 February 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, National
Over a period of 17 years, Mr X, a repeat offender, lived eight years of his life locked up in Arorangi prison. The former inmate was released three months ago, this time around he stands determined not to reoffend and not to ever return “inside”.
Cop facing suspension
Saturday 20 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National
A female officer will be placed on suspension as of Monday, February 22, for her involvement in an alleged assault incident last weekend.
Drug case adjourned
Friday 19 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Two of the four men who are facing charges of money laundering and selling Class C drugs have pleaded not guilty.
‘Don’t feed the trolls’, says IT specialist
Thursday 18 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A local IT company is planning to hold a workshop to teach people ways to avoid online scams.
Driving-related matter for former NZ police officer adjourned
Wednesday 17 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The case of a former New Zealand cop who pleaded not guilty to a charge of refusing an excess breathlyser test has been further adjourned for reserved decision.
Opposition welcomes amendment to licencing regulation
Saturday 13 February 2021 | Written by Supplied | Published in Crime, National
Opposition Police shadow minister MP Tama Tuavera has welcomed the government’s decision to revoke “restrictive, burdensome and discriminatory rules” on drivers aged 60 and over.
Suspect to appear in court on Thursday
Tuesday 9 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A man who is alleged to have stolen a pig days before the Woo’s Store armed robbery matter will appear in Court this week.
Alleged fourth offender in shop robbery granted bail
Saturday 6 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Justice of the Peace John Whitta granted bail to alleged fourth offender of the Woo’s Store armed robbery, on strict conditions.
Watching out for one another
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National
With an increase in burglaries and incidences where offenders have entered properties and taken money and other valuables while the occupants are in the house, police say community groups like Neighbourhood Watch are vital.
Accused admits wrongdoing in police defraud case
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
One of the four accused of conspiring to defraud the Cook Islands Police has pleaded guilty.
Fourth robbery accused to appear in court
Friday 5 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The fourth alleged offender suspected to have been involved in an alleged armed robbery of Woo’s Store in Tikioki, is expected to appear in court today.
Alleged aggravated robbers denied bail
Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Two of the three accused of aggravated robbery will be in police custody until the next adjournment, while the youngest of the group is on bail.
Fighting the helmet fine
Wednesday 3 February 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Tim Buchanan represented himself in court today fighting his $250 fine for failing to wear a motorcycle helmet.
Police nab robbery suspects
Tuesday 2 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police Service received praised for swift action leading to arrests of suspects in Woo’s Store robbery.
Former Demos CEO claiming $165k for ‘wrongful dismissal’
Monday 1 February 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The High Court on Friday attended to several Civil Court matters brought before Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC through a Zoom video conference call.
Shopkeeper robbed at knifepoint
Monday 1 February 2021 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime, National
Police yesterday issued an urgent appeal to the public, asking witnesses in the vicinity of the crime to come forward with information.
Four appear on drugs charges
Saturday 30 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police has for the first time, applied charges relating to money-laundering in respect to drug dealing cases.