The Acting Police Commissioner Romanu Tikotikoca remains in the dark over allegations leveled against a Senior Police Officer in Nadi who has been charged by the Fiji Independent Commission against Corruption.
When contacted this afternoon, Tikotikoca said he is not aware that charges have been laid against the officer. He said he will comment once he is updated on the issue.
Assistant Police PRO Corporal Suliano Tevita said they are aware of the case but have been instructed not to comment on the issue.
Speaking to Legend FM news this afternoon FICAC's Chief Investigator SP Nazir Ali confirms that the Senior Police Officer from Nadi has been charged with alleged rape, perverting the course of justice and destroying evidence.
SP Ali confirms officers who are alleged to have assisted the Senior Officer in trying to conceal the evidence are also being investigated.
The Senior Officer is in Police custody and will appear in the Nadi Magistrates court tomorrow morning.
The incoming Police Commissioner Captain Esala Teleni could not be reached for a comment.
Tikotikoca unaware of charges against his senior officer
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