Police hunt for 2 convicted prisoners on the run

Prisoners escape from Suva High Court

By Vijay Narayan

Tuesday 15/08/2023

[Image: Fiji Police Force]

Police are searching for two convicted prisoners who escaped from the Suva High Court this afternoon.

Paula Muayara and Vilimoni Saumaki were convicted today and were to be remanded for sentencing.

Members of the public are requested to call the National Command Centre on 9905296 or Crime Stoppers on 919 if they have any information regarding their whereabouts.

Assistant Commissioner of Police – Operations Livai Driu warns that it is also a crime to harbour prisoners.

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