Four officers suspended

Four police officers have been suspended with half pay while disciplinary proceedings are conducted following the arrest of Sakiasi Ose Radravu. The Fiji Police Force confirmed that 12 officers were initially questioned by the Criminal Investigations Department, which ultimately identified four officers as directly involved in Radravu’s arrest.

The matter has been transferred to the Internal Affairs Department for disciplinary action. Police also clarified that only one officer from the Republic of Fiji Military Forces was involved, disputing earlier claims that members of the Joint Task Force participated in the arrest.

A Death Register investigation file is being compiled for the Resident Magistrate. This file will include a recommendation for a full inquest into Radravu’s death. The findings of the investigation have been shared with Radravu’s mother, who is his next of kin. She has reportedly signed a statement acknowledging the outcome. The Fiji Police Force encourages anyone with information to use official reporting channels and stated that future updates will be provided exclusively to Radravu’s mother.