Crime
Bush fires are an ongoing concern, police say
Thursday 28 January 2021 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, National
Volunteer Fire Services were yet again called out to contain another bush fire in Tupapa Wednesday afternoon.
Secure it or lose it, police warn even after drop in thefts
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Among the declining crime statistics of unlawful activity being reported to the Cook Islands Police Service, incidents of theft have been steadily dropping each year, for more than 10 years.
Stolen firearm probe ongoing
Saturday 23 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
A week after an alleged fire arm theft incident, police yesterday said the case is still pending. The firearm is alleged to have been taken from an unsecured location.
Repeat offender given second chance
Friday 22 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Recidivist offender Talimealahi Tuileila was granted bail by Justice of the Peace Georgina Williams at the High Court yesterday.
Motorbikes are stolen regularly. And if you're a victim, odds are you won't get it back
Thursday 21 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Between one to two motorbikes are stolen each week on average, according to annual Cook Islands Police figures on reported incidents of unlawfully taken vehicles.
Firearm theft concerns police
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Police are seriously concerned by the theft of a firearm from an apparent unsecured location.
Defence lawyers request for judge alone trials
Monday 18 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Chief Justice Sir Hugh Williams QC presided over High Court matters via video link on Friday and began to clear a case backlog.
Police record drop in burglary incidents
Saturday 16 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Police capped off last year with an annual total of 90 reported burglary incidents – the lowest for at least eight years.
Police records high number of minor offences
Thursday 14 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Almost 160 minor offence notices for traffic infringements were issued by police in the two-week festive season of 2020.
Drink-driver caught three times over legal limit
Monday 11 January 2021 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
A drunk driver on a motorbike tried to evade police early yesterday morning but was caught and arrested.
Local authorities urged to investigate stabbing on Cook Islands registered vessel
Saturday 9 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Marine Cook Islands should investigate the death of a crew member on a Cook Islands registered vessel, says a former detective.
‘People need to take their welfare seriously,' private security firm director says
Friday 8 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Hiring security is about prevention and people need to take their welfare more seriously, says Chris Denny, director of Cook Islands Security.
Maritime Cook Islands mulls over investigating stabbing incident
Thursday 7 January 2021 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Maritime Cook Islands will decide whether or not to investigate a stabbing incident that occurred on board a Cook Islands registered vessel.
Positive start to 2021, police say
Tuesday 5 January 2021 | Written by Katrina Lintonbon | Published in Crime, National
Police are encouraged by the generally peaceful conduct around the island and further seek everyone’s continued help to reduce speed and keep the roads safe.
Eight arrested during Xmas weekend
Tuesday 29 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Police arrested eight people for driving-related offences during the Christmas weekend.
Strap up your helmet or face a fine, police tell motorists
Tuesday 22 December 2020 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, National
Some minor incidents including one theft involving cash were reported to police during the weekend.
Probation for punching 17-year-old
Monday 21 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Matauti-O-Teaio Taoro (Bruno) is to serve 18-months in probation after being convicted for assault with intent to rob.
Court briefs
Saturday 19 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Court roundup for the week.
Bid to get charges dropped in bush knife case
Friday 18 December 2020 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
The defence counsel of a young woman who is alleged to have threatened a man with a bush knife is hoping to have charges withdrawn.
Fraudsters target online shoppers
Wednesday 16 December 2020 | Written by Emmanuel Samoglou | Published in Crime, National
Holiday shoppers are being advised to watch out for online fraud and fake websites impersonating local companies.
