Crime
Long delay for islands' first meth prosecution
Friday 29 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A methamphetamine case against Tehananaia Maeva Haas has been adjourned to March 2020 – a year since charges were laid.
Predator jailed to 'protect children'
Thursday 28 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Five years prison for indecent assault on 4-year-old.
Indecent assault matter adjourned
Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A man who was charged for indecently assaulting a female by touching her private area could have the charges against him changed.
Further charge expected
Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Police is expected to lay further charges to the hit and run accused Jeremiah Moce before his court trial next year.
Drug accused a no-show in court
Wednesday 27 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
An American resident facing a charge of possession of cannabis is yet to make contact with his legal representative on when he would be able to attend to his court matter.
Raro men march for White Ribbon
Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Melina Etches | Published in Crime
The white ribbon symbolises the idea of men giving up their arms. And yesterday, men – young and old – led the way in a march through Avarua to show solidarity for the cause of ending violence against women.
Alarming' levels of violence
Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Concern community is still sweeping the problem under the carpet.
Man acquitted of date rape
Saturday 23 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Counselling group says case is reminder that someone who is drunk or drugged cannot consent to sex.
Man hurt in motorbike v trailer collision
Friday 22 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
An early morning accident landed a man in hospital with facial injuries.
Rape accused asked woman to clean blood from sheet
Friday 22 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A jury will be asked today to decide whether a man drugged and raped a woman at his home or whether, as he claims, they had consensual sex.
Concerns about rich man's justice
Wednesday 20 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The High Court has allowed police to withdraw a charge against a man accused of assaulting a woman.
William pleads not guilty
Wednesday 20 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
It appeared to be another busy court day, with a court room full of accused people. However, it was in actual fact, families in attendance, showing support for a young man.
Beachside theft suspect arrested
Monday 18 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
A male teenager who is facing multiple charges of theft has been arrested by police for failing to follow court orders.
Hit-and-run accused to go to trial
Saturday 16 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Alleged hit and run driver faces criminal and civil cases.
Tobacco bust prompts crackdown
Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
A tobacco smuggling bust may impact on future travellers’ duty-free shopping.
Provocation and drunkenness no defence for grievous attack – Court
Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The Court of Appeal has increased the prison sentence of a man who threw his friend headfirst over a 2.8 metre balcony, shattering his spine.
Teen suspects for alleged bashing, robbery on bail
Thursday 14 November 2019 | Written by Rashneel Kumar | Published in Crime
Two teenagers who were arrested in connection with the alleged bashing and robbery on Sunday night were granted bail at the High Court yesterday.
'I could not fight back'
Tuesday 12 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
Police appeal for information to help them track down two violent thugs. Father Ina Tipokoroa said he hoped police could make an arrest with the information they have – and called for shop owners to install security cameras so it is easier to catch robbers.
Woman found by bike crash
Monday 11 November 2019 | Written by Jonathan Milne | Published in Crime
Police suspect alcohol was involved in an unusual motorbike accident.
Wheelie bad thief owns up
Saturday 9 November 2019 | Written by Losirene Lacanivalu | Published in Crime
The owner of a red Honda Wave motorbike got a big surprise, coming out to discover the bike was there – but both wheels were gone.