Teacher In Custody For Allegedly Assaulting A 7-Year-Old Student

The alleged incident occurred in December last year whereby the suspect was questioned and released.

Sunday 24 January 2021 | 08:17

A 37-year-old school teacher from Lautoka is in police custody for allegedly assaulting a seven-year-old student.

The alleged incident occurred in December last year whereby the suspect was questioned and released.

Investigators brought in the suspect this weekend and he remains in custody for further questioning.

Investigations continue.

Update: 

The 37-year-old school teacher from Lautoka alleged to have assaulted a seven-year-old student has been charged.

The suspect has been charged with one count of assault causing actual bodily harm.

The alleged assault occurred in December last year.

He will be produced at the Lautoka Magistrates Court tomorrow.

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