Police Commissioner Shane McLennan met with Neiafu Police staff on 11-13 August on his first visit to the outer islands.

Commissioner McLennan emphasised to police officers, the important issue of custody management.

At a meeting with district and town officers, church leaders and school principals, the Commissioner raised the importance of Police being one with the community of Vava‘u by considering matters of importance to the general public.

He was accompanied by Deputy Commissioner Tevita Vailea, who is responsible for Tonga Police Operations Command. 

He is expected to visit 'Eua and the two Niuas on his next visits.