Police investigate alleged school abduction attempt in Fiji
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Police are investigating an alleged attempted abduction at a school in Nausori, Fiji.
- The investigation began after a social media post claimed a man tried to pick up a child.
- The man pictured in the post has reported to police, stating he was visiting his daughter and denying the allegations.
Fiji Police are investigating claims of an attempted abduction at a Nausori school, following a social media post that alleged a man tried to take a child. The incident came to light after the post circulated online, prompting an immediate police inquiry.
Nausori Police have begun interviewing individuals and are working to establish the facts surrounding the alleged incident. The investigation is ongoing, with authorities planning to question more people.
Meanwhile, the man depicted in the social media post has come forward to police. He filed a report at the Lami Police Station, asserting that he was at the school to visit his daughter and not for any illicit purpose. He stated he learned of the online claims from family members, which prompted him to report the matter to the authorities.
Police are reminding the public to report any concerns through official channels and to allow investigations to proceed without interference. They have provided the toll-free number 1681 for reporting crimes, suspicious activities, or complaints about police services.
Originally published by FBC News in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.