Charged

A 19-year old man from Naqara, Taveuni has been charged for his alleged involvement in a case of attempted arson in Taveuni during the month of July.

The accused has been charged with one count of attempted arson for allegedly trying to burn the Macuata Muslim League building, one count of arson for allegedly burning Ali’s Fashion Shop and one count of burglary for allegedly stealing items worth more than $5,000 from Courts Fijj Taveuni.

Investigators have made recoveries of over $4,000 worth of items believed to have been stolen.

He will be produced at the Taveuni Magistrates Court today.

A second suspect a 25-year old man was arrested yesterday and is in custody.