Tavua woman charged with alleged murder of partner

A 25-year-old woman has been charged with murder following the alleged fatal assault of her partner in Tavua earlier this week.

The woman is alleged to have seriously injured her partner during an incident at their home on August 1, resulting in his death.

She has been charged with one count of murder and is expected to appear at the Tavua Magistrates Court today.

Police confirmed the alleged incident took place at the couple’s residence in Tavua, but have not yet released further details surrounding the circumstances of the death.

The case has sparked concern in the community, as it adds to the growing number of domestic violence-related incidents reported nationwide.

Investigations are continuing.