A 21-year-old woman from Labasa has been charged for providing false information to law enforcement following a report of an assault and robbery. The woman initially claimed that she was attacked by two unknown i-Taukei men last Saturday while heading to work, alleging that they stole her money, a gold watch, and her mobile phone in a park near Labasa Hospital.
Upon investigation, police reviewed CCTV footage revealing that she entered a taxi immediately after getting off a bus at the Labasa bus stand. The taxi driver confirmed that he dropped her off at a residence in Line Point, which turned out to be her boyfriend’s house. Eventually, she admitted to the authorities that the incident did not occur as she had reported; instead, she went to her boyfriend’s house, where an assault took place.
The stolen items she described were later recovered from her boyfriend’s residence. The assault by her boyfriend, who is 25 years old, is considered a case of domestic violence, and the police have acted on her behalf to ensure her safety.
The woman faces a count of Giving False Information to a Public Servant under the Crimes Act 2009, while her boyfriend has been charged with Assault Causing Actual Bodily Harm under the same act. Both individuals are currently in police custody and are scheduled to appear in Labasa Magistrates Court.
This incident sheds light on the serious issue of domestic violence and the need for victims to seek help. It is crucial for communities to support individuals in vulnerable situations and to encourage open communication about such sensitive matters. Authorities are taking decisive action to address domestic violence, ensuring that justice is served and victims are protected.
The case serves as a reminder of the importance of accurate reporting to law enforcement, as well as the critical need for support systems for those experiencing domestic violence.
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