Five men have been arrested in connection with the death of 49-year-old Sione Feimoefiafi in Nuku’alofa.
The deceased, from Puke, was rushed to hospital yesterday afternoon Monday 4. He was pronounced dead at around 9:08 pm, Police said.
Police made the arrests this morning Tuesday 5 February between 8.30am and 9.30am, a statement said.
Police also said the death occurred after “a brawl at the Tali’eva Bar in Nuku’alofa.”
The suspects are;
51-year-old man from Fatai
48-year-old man from Sopu
43-year-old man from Sopu
42-year-old man from Fua’amotu
39-year-old man from Tofoa
All suspects are in police custody while investigation continues.
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