Teen charged with manslaughter on Christmas Day [1]
Tuesday, December 29, 2020 - 17:01. Updated on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 - 17:07.
A 19-year-old youth has been charged with manslaughter in the death of another 19-year-old boy on Christmas morning at a home in Longolongo.
Acting Deputy Commissioner Tevita Vailea said today, at around 4:00am Police received a report of the incident which occurred, during a drinking a party.
It is alleged that an an altercation, resulting in the victim being rushed to Vaiola Hospital.
He was confirmed dead upon arrival.
No other detail was released as investigation continues.
However, on the same day the accused was arrested and charged with manslaughter.
He remains detained in police custody.