Results for Police and Crime

A 23-year-old soldier who was on-duty at the Makeke Quarantine Facility in Vaini was arrested with cannabis on Monday, January 25.

The three men arrested in relation to the armed robberies at four Chinese retail shops in Nuku'alofa, have been further remanded in police custody until March. Taniela Pohahau, Rodney Toki and Tuiaki Pahulu appeared at the Fasi Magistrate's Court on Monday, January 18.

Tonga Police has issued a warning to domestic ferry operators to ensure their ferries are safe and seaworthy before setting sail with passengers. This was after the MV ‘Onemato from ‘Eua suffered technical difficulties to its steering system, resulting in the Police Search and Rescue boat assisting them to Nuku’alofa, on Tuesday.

A third arrest was made last night in relation to the armed robberies at four Chinese retail shops at different locations in Nuku'alofa area, starting on Saturday, January 9.

An arrest has been made in relation to four armed robberies at Chinese shops in Houmakelikao, Kapeta, Tofoa and Maúfanga that began Saturday 9 January 2021. Tonga Police said they were called to respond to incidents involving two men wearing masks who entered the shops armed with a machete and a piece of metal.

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.

Eight people have been arrested and charged in the seizure of cannabis and methamphetamine at different locations in Tongatapu, during Tonga Police holiday operation, which began on December 21.The police holiday operation, which ends on January 4 next year has 278 Tonga police officers working around the clock to ensure people's safety and public order.

A 19-year-old boy was found dead at a home in Folaha, Tongatapu. Police alleged it was a suicide but an inquest will be held this week to confirm the cause of death.

Police visibility will be strengthened with 278 Tonga police officers working around the clock during the annual police operation for the Christmas and New Year, which started on December 21 to prevent crimes and ensure public safety during the holidays.