Resort Chef Queried For Alleged Rape Of Tourist
The suspect then allegedly showed a pornographic video after which he forcefully kissed and had sex with the victim.
Thursday 12 March 2020 | 09:07
A 23-year-old chef at a resort in the Mamanuca island group is in Police custody, suspected of raping a 62-year-old Australian national.
Police spokesperson Ana Naisoro confirmed that the alleged incident took place on March 7 at the resort.
Police were alerted about the matter when the resort’s assistant operation manager relayed the allegation after the victim reported the matter to them.
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The suspect, after attending an island night programme, allegedly went into the victim’s room, pretending to be a security officer, and wanted to speak to the victim.
The victim let him in whereby they talked.
The suspect then allegedly showed a pornographic video after which he forcefully kissed and had sex with the victim.
The Australian arrived here on March 3 for a holiday and is expected to return on March 15.
The suspect and the victim have been interviewed as Police investigations continue.
Edited by Naisa Koroi
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