Tongan police are searching for a group of up to five men believed to be connected to a rape and house breaking at Sopu Wednesday 11.

Police believed the 47-year-old woman was raped by one of the suspects while others robbed her house at about 3.00am.

Police also believe the suspects are in their early 20s.

Tonga Commissioner of Police Grant O’Fee says in a statement:  “Stolen goods include cash over $2, 000, 2 TV Flat Screen and bottle of liquor”.

O’Fee also said the victim asked for help from her neighbor and contacted the Police.

The victim is working closely with Police to help them with their Investigation.

Anyone who can help with identifying the suspects, or has information regarding the robbery and rape should contact Tonga Police at telephone 8414647 or 23083.