Family and friends of a man killed after he was allegedly assaulted on a road in Ma’ufanga have paid tribute to him.

Police have arrested a 25-year-old man after the incident.

Keuli Malakai, 51, was assaulted near ‘Ahopanilolo Technical College, at around 1:00am, July 8.

Family and friends on Facebook are devastated by his death and shared their feelings online.

His family said no words could describe what Keuli meant to them.

“Keuli had a massive heart and a smile that lit up the lives of those he knew,” wrote a family member on Facebook.

“He will live in our hearts forever.”

“From yesterday wearing black for our dear uncle that was taken away from us so soon … We love you Keuli Malakai … May you rest in our Heavenly Fathers hands”, a relative wrote on Facebook.

“I still just can’t blieve this. Unforgettable friend”, another wrote.

“Rest peacefully Kerry…if you could count the many tears that’s being shed for you.. you will know for sure you were truly loved by almost anyone who comes to know your life full of joy Ofa atu”.