A man has been remanded in custody after being accused of raping and sexually assaulting a Virgin Australia crew member on New Year’s Eve in Nadi. The 24-year-old, Ilaisa Tanoa Degei, is alleged to have victimized a 21-year-old member of the crew.

During a recent court hearing, he was denied bail, and the Nadi Magistrate Court has transferred the case to the Lautoka High Court, with a scheduled reappearance date set for January 20.

This situation underscores the serious nature of crimes against individuals, especially in the context of safety within the workplace. It also reflects the judicial system’s commitment to addressing such allegations with the seriousness they warrant.

Communities can find a sense of assurance in the legal proceedings that aim to uphold justice and support victims of assault as this case advances through the court system.