police
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Fiji Police Chief Orders Mandatory Quarterly Fitness Tests and Wednesday Sports to Curb Rising NCDs
A health audit reveals a worrying rise in non-communicable diseases among officers, putting operational readiness at risk. A new wellness drive responds with stricter fitness checks and mandatory group workouts, with leaders urged to model healthier living.
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Suva Hosts Regional Police Communications Workshop to Sharpen Digital Outreach Across the Pacific
Police communications officers from across the Pacific converge in Suva for a three-day regional workshop aimed at mastering digital media, countering misinformation, and sharpening public messaging. A move toward stronger, coordinated regional action on shared security challenges.
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Fiji Police Open 60th Post to Stay Ahead of Development-Driven Crime, Savua Says
Back in 1998, policing faced a challenge: stay ahead of development. A former commissioner describes a shift toward pre-emptive policing—placing posts where growth would soon happen to outpace ‘transient criminals’ moving along expanding networks. A snapshot of how rapid development reshaped security strategy across the islands.
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Fiji Police Clarify: Teachers Can Question Students Suspected of Offences and Must Report Details
New guidance to school leaders clarifies what teachers can do when they suspect a student is involved in illegal activity, emphasizing teachers as the frontline in spotting warning signs. It explains how questioning and timely reporting fit safeguarding duties and outlines how to document information for police review.
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Fiji Police to roll out body-worn cameras in stages as ICT upgrades and policy rules are put in place
Fiji’s Police Commissioner signals a cautious, staged rollout of body-worn cameras, saying solid ICT foundations, storage capacity and strong legal frameworks must come first. With assessments underway, the force is prioritizing policy, training and secure handling of video evidence before wider use.
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Fiji police officer under internal probe for backing Qoibau code that bans women from kava in Labasa
A senior police officer faces an internal probe over backing a controversial Qoibau district code in Labasa, including a gender-specific ban on women consuming kava. The move has reignited debates over tradition, policing and gender equality as investigations continue.
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Suspect Detained After Suspicious Activity at Suva Government Buildings
Security responders acted swiftly after a person exhibited suspicious behavior at Suva’s Government Buildings. Normal operations continued, but authorities are keeping details tight as they review the incident.
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Fiji Police Commissioner Urges Officers to Rebuild Community Trust From Within as Reforms Unfold
Top police leadership calls for resilience and reform from within as the force pursues a path to earned community trust.
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Fiji Police Chief Urges Detectives to Stay Focused on Investigations Amid Online Buzz
Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu warns newly graduated detectives not to let social media chatter steer investigations, urging strict adherence to proper procedure in a rapidly changing crime landscape. The five‑week course—co-facilitated by Fiji and New Zealand Police—focuses on sharpening practical investigative skills and evidence-based interviewing to keep pace with modern crime dynamics.
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CCTV alibi eyed as two men remanded in Suva High Court over Constable Peniasi Racagi’s murder
Two men charged with a police constable’s murder remain remanded as prosecutors and the defence clash over CCTV footage and a pending postmortem report. With disclosures due soon, the case could hinge on new forensic findings and the strength of the “last person seen” theory.