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Tragic Custody Death Sparks Police Investigation

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The Acting Commissioner of Police, Juki Fong Chew, has instructed the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) at headquarters to look into the death of an individual who was in custody at the Savusavu Police Station. It is reported that the man may have been assaulted by another inmate within the cell block yesterday afternoon.

Following the incident, police officers quickly transported the victim to Savusavu Hospital, where he was unfortunately pronounced dead upon arrival. In response to this troubling event, a team from the CID Headquarters has been dispatched to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the occurrence.

The investigation is currently ongoing, with authorities seeking to uncover the details of what transpired.

This incident raises important questions about safety and oversight within correctional facilities. It is crucial that thorough investigations are conducted to ensure justice is served and such occurrences are prevented in the future. The attention from higher authorities could lead to improvements within the system, ultimately fostering a safer environment for both inmates and staff.


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