Teen charged in Christmas death due in Court [1]
Monday, January 11, 2021 - 19:17. Updated on Tuesday, January 12, 2021 - 09:42.
The 19-year-old boy who is charged with manslaughter in the death of another 19-year-old boy on Christmas morning in Longolongo is expected to appear on January 18, at the Fasi Magistrate's Court.
The accused who has not been named until he appears at the lower court, remains detained in police custody.
Police said today, a post mortem was held last month and investigation continued hence his detainment.
On 25 December 2020 at around 4:00am Police received a report of the incident, which occurred during a drinking a party at a home in Longolongo.
It is alleged there was an altercation, resulting in the victim being rushed to Vaiola Hospital.
He was confirmed dead upon arrival.