Saweni Arson, Stabbing Incident Suspect In Police Custody
It is alleged that the suspect stabbed the victim during an argument, and later set fire to the house before fleeing the scene with their two children. The owner of the home resides overseas.
23 May 2023 12:30
Police arrested a 42-year-old man who allegedly stabbed his partner, and set fire to their home in Saweni, Lautoka on Sunday.
Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro said the arrest was made on the same day that the alleged incident occurred.
Ms Naisoro said the suspect was yet to be charged, however he was in police custody.
It is alleged that the suspect stabbed the victim during an argument, and later set fire to the house before fleeing the scene with their two children. The owner of the home resides overseas.
The victim remains admitted in the Lautoka Hospital in stable condition.
Story by: salote.qalubau@fijisun.com.fj
