Five men arrested in connection with Feimoefiafi’s murder

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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