Nuku‘alofa — Tonga Police have arrested two men following a shooting incident in the ‘Ananā area on 18 March, and are now searching for a third suspect believed to be connected to the case.
According to a police media release issued on Friday, the first arrested individual is a male in his early thirties from Mataika/‘Ananā.
He has been charged in relation to the unlawful discharge of a firearm on a public road during the incident.
A second man, aged in his early forties from Vainī, was also arrested.
Police said he sustained injuries during the incident and required medical attention, but has since stabilised and is now charged with trespassing.
Police are actively looking for a third person of interest, described only as a 40‑year‑old male from Vaini, who has not yet been located.
Authorities confirmed that a .22 calibre rifle used in the incident has been recovered and seized.
Police state the weapon was unlawfully possessed.
Members of the public with any information that could assist in locating the outstanding suspect are urged to contact the nearest police station or call 922.
The media release was issued in both English and Tongan to ensure wider community access to information about the ongoing investigation.
