Crime
Police probe serious rape allegation
Wednesday 28 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, National
Cook Islands Police are investigating a rape allegation and inappropriate sexual contact during the weekend labelling it as “serious incidents”.
Avarua burglary duo remanded, potential for additional charges
Friday 23 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
The two men alleged to have been accomplices in the recent break-ins reported around Avarua have been remanded in custody and are likely to face more charges.
Man hit with hefty fines for drink driving and assault
Thursday 22 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A 33-year-old man has been sentenced and ordered to pay reparations of $4259.12 to electricity company Te Aponga Uira and around $700 in court fines and court costs for three separate charges.
Government to upgrade security after recent break-ins
Thursday 22 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
The National Security Directorate within the Office of the Prime Minister (OPM) has secured funding to engage a local contractor who will work directly with key frontline agencies to assess and upgrade their security needs.
Manpower shortage hinders burglary investigations, clothing store targeted
Wednesday 21 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police are scrambling for manpower to investigate the rising number of burglary cases hitting Rarotonga, with a renowned clothing store as the latest victim.
Crime spree hits Govt Buildings, Police investigate break-ins at PM’s Office and Crown Law
Tuesday 20 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
A series of burglaries into government buildings, including the Office of the Prime Minister, has been reported to police and CCTV footage showing at least two masked suspects is under investigation.
Drug bust: Two kilos of cannabis seized in Aitutaki
Saturday 17 August 2024 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime, Local, National, Outer Islands
Police are investigating a drug supply to Aitutaki after Cook Islands Customs seized over two kilograms of cannabis at Arutanga Harbour last week.
Young offender escapes jail time in high profile burglaries
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A 20-year-old man, who was involved in two high profile joint burglary cases in Avarua, has been warned by the High Court judge, Dame Judith Potter that any future offending ‘will deserve no leniency’.
Man caught with cannabis during community service at Corrections Services premises
Thursday 15 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Ngatupuna Ngatokoono Teinakitama, 27, was ordered to pay a $500 fine and serve an additional four months of community service after being convicted of possessing cannabis – marijuana leaves.
Police confirm cardiac arrest led to drowning
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, National
Police have confirmed that the death of a woman at a Rarotonga reef a week ago was due to cardiac arrest leading to drowning.
Repeat offender sentenced for domestic violence, child assault
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
A man who completed his 12 months of probation supervision this month has been ordered to serve another 12 months including six months of community service after being convicted of wilful damage and assault on a female.
Backpacks snatched by motorbike thieves
Thursday 8 August 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
Cook Islands Police received a complaint from tourists whose backpacks were snatched from suspects on a motorbike on Tuesday.
Hit-and-run drivers sought after weekend crashes
Wednesday 7 August 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police attended to a number of motor vehicle incidents over the long weekend with some drivers alleged to have fled the scene.
CI Police investigate death of woman at Raro reef
Thursday 1 August 2024 | Written by Talaia Mika | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police are investigating the death of a woman at a Rarotonga reef on Tuesday.
‘Get a job’: Victim appeals to thieves after bike stolen
Tuesday 30 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Police have confirmed that the number of stolen motorbikes for the month of July has dropped, however, a recent victim is calling on those committing the offence to look for work and purchase a motorbike for themselves.
Missing teen: Police exhausted efforts to locate him, says Pitt
Thursday 25 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police say they have exhausted all efforts to locate a Kiribati national who has been missing since 2022.
Drivers back to bad habits, man arrested with 71 cannabis plants
Tuesday 23 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Court, Crime, National
After a crash free weekend over a week ago, some drivers were back to bad habits on Rarotonga roads.
Search continues for crew member who fell overboard Lady Moana
Monday 22 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National, Outer Islands
A Search and Rescue (SAR) mission continues this morning for a 22-year-old Fijian crew member who fell overboard from the inter-island ferry Lady Moana early Sunday during its voyage from Mangaia to Rarotonga.
Police urge drivers to abstain from drinking and driving
Saturday 20 July 2024 | Written by CI News Staff | Published in Crime, Local, National
Cook Islands Police hope to see another quiet weekend in terms of road accidents especially alcohol related crashes.
Ex-top cop gets leeway on vehicle
Wednesday 17 July 2024 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime, Local, National
Despite his retirement, Cook Islands’ former police commissioner is allowed temporary use of a police vehicle while he moves his belongings and a permanent replacement is being chosen.
