Calls for justice grow in Radravu case
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At a glance
- Sakiasi Radravu's family is questioning the police investigation into his death, disputing official claims and seeking answers.
- The family provided statements and cooperated with police, but claims the postmortem results changed after initial findings.
- Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu has rejected allegations of a cover-up, stating that proper procedures are being followed and the investigation is ongoing.
The family of Sakiasi Radravu, a 32-year-old who died recently, is demanding justice and clarity surrounding the investigation into his death. They are publicly disputing police accounts and are seeking more definitive answers about the circumstances leading to his demise.
We have pictures of the postmortem, it doesnโtโฆbecause my sister is a nurse and unfortunately, after the postmortem, the results changed.
Radravu's aunt, Elizabeth Kabuyawa, stated that the family reported their concerns to authorities soon after his death. She emphasized their full cooperation with the police, providing statements and information they maintain is accurate. Kabuyawa expressed skepticism about the postmortem results, noting that they reportedly changed after her sister, a nurse, reviewed them.
The family rejects claims that their reports were inaccurate and is awaiting further updates on the investigation. Radravu's mother, Cema Volau, shared that communication from authorities has been minimal, fueling their ongoing concerns about the manner of his death. She noted that an allegation of assault was not officially reported to the police prior to his passing.
During the allegation of assault, there was no report lodged at the police station on that incident, so the assault arose from when he passed away.
Fiji's Police Commissioner, Rusiate Tudravu, has addressed the situation, rejecting any suggestions of a cover-up. He assured the public that the Fiji Police Force understands the concerns and maintains that standard procedures have been adhered to throughout the investigation, which he confirmed is still active and proceeding under normal processes. Despite these assurances, the Radravu family remains determined to pursue justice and ensure all critical questions are thoroughly answered.
The Fiji Police Force understands public concern. He maintains that proper procedures have been followed. Tudravu says the investigation is ongoing.
Originally published by FBC News. Summarized and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.