CID to Investigate Death of Man in Custody at Savusavu Police Station
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CID to Investigate Death of Man in Custody at Savusavu Police Station
The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) is looking into the death of a man found dead while in custody at Savusavu Police Station.
The incident took place on Tuesday afternoon, when the man was allegedly assaulted by another prisoner in the cell block. Police immediately transported him to Savusavu Hospital, but he was pronounced dead on arrival.
Details about the incident are still limited, with authorities stating they will release more information once the investigation is complete.
Acting Commissioner of Police Juki Fong Chew has assigned a team to investigate the circumstances surrounding the death.
Police have said they will provide further updates once the investigation concludes.