A 35‑year‑old man from Ha‘asini is in police custody after being charged in connection with the death of an 85‑year‑old man reported in December last year.
According to a report by Radio & Television Tonga News, police have formally laid a murder charge following investigative developments in the case.
Deputy Police Commissioner Tevita Vailea told Television Tonga that officers executed a search warrant at the accused’s residence, where they discovered cannabis and unlicensed ammunition.
These findings have resulted in additional charges relating to illegal drugs and firearms.
Police say the homicide investigation remains ongoing, with forensic evidence already sent overseas for further analysis.
Authorities have released no further details regarding circumstances surrounding the 85‑year‑old victim’s death, and the case continues to develop.
Police are urging the public to come forward with any information that may assist the investigation.
